Renault Wind
A quirky, compact roadster featuring a clever rotating hardtop and Twingo R.S. DNA.
- Power
- 133 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.2 s
- Top speed
- 125 mph
About the Renault Wind
The Renault Wind is a unique two-seater roadster based on the chassis of the second-generation Twingo. Its defining feature is a single-piece metal roof that rotates 180 degrees to stow under the boot lid in just 12 seconds, maintaining the same 270-litre luggage capacity regardless of roof position. The 1.6-litre variant uses the naturally aspirated engine from the Twingo R.S., providing a rev-happy character and sharp handling tuned by Renault Sport. Despite its clever packaging and engaging driving dynamics, it was a niche product that saw a short production run.
Renault Wind specs
The Renault Wind produces 133 bhp (99 kW) and 160 Nm (118 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.2 seconds and has a top speed of 125 mph (201 km/h).
| Make | Renault |
|---|---|
| Model | Wind |
| Trim | 1.6 |
| Years | 2010–2013 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Roadster |
| Country | France |
| Production | About 13,000 built |
| Engine | 1.6-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,598 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 133 bhp (99 kW) at 6,750 rpm |
| Torque | 160 Nm (118 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.2 s |
| Top speed | 125 mph (201 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,173 kg (2,586 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 113 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Renault Wind rarity in CarSpot
The Renault Wind is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 19 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Renault Wind fun facts
- The Wind's rotating roof mechanism was inspired by the Ferrari 575M Superamerica, but engineered to be much faster and more affordable.
- Because the roof flips over rather than folding, the boot space remains a constant 270 litres whether the top is up or down.
- The model was discontinued in the UK after only two years on sale due to slow sales and a restructuring of Renault's UK line-up.