Featuring KERS

Renault has unveiled a concept model called the "Twizy Renault Sport F1," based on its two-seater ultra-compact electric vehicle, the Twizy.

This vehicle, a single-seater racing car based on the Twizy, incorporates technologies honed by Renault in Formula 1. Its front splitter, side pods, rear wing, diffuser, and rain light are all reminiscent of an F1 machine.

Most notably, it evokes an F1 car through its adoption of "KERS (Kinetic Energy Recovery System)," a system that recovers kinetic energy.



The KERS, tuned specifically for this car by Renault Sport and Renault Sport F1 working in tandem, uses a dedicated motor in "recovery mode" to charge the battery by capturing energy from braking and up to 4kW from the main motor, which generates 13kW (17ps). In "boost mode," at the driver's discretion, approximately 60kW (about 80ps) of additional power can be deployed in combination with the normal motor output for about 14 seconds.

Its total output reaches approximately 72kW (97ps). The 0-100 km/h acceleration rivals that of Renault's sportiest road car,Mégane R.S.the

The main motor of the "Twizy Renault Sport F1" operating at full capacity rotates up to 10,000 rpm, while the KERS motor/generator spins at up to 36,000 rpm. Its top speed is an impressive 110 km/h.

The driver controls this KERS using a steering wheel similar to that of the "Formula Renault 3.5" racing car. They can adjust KERS on/off, regenerative braking levels, and boost intensity. Energy release is activated by pulling two paddles simultaneously, accompanied by the illumination of the rain light to engage spectators.

It goes without saying that the body and suspension have also undergone thorough tuning to handle the 60kW of additional power.

Renault Twizy Renault Sport F1
Body Dimensions: Length 2.60 x Width 1.49 x Height 1.45 meters
Tread Front/Rear: 1,525 / 1,540 mm
Weight: 564 kg
Max Output: 72kW (97ps) / 10,000 rpm
KERS Max Output: 60kW (80ps) / 36,000rpm (up to 14 seconds)
Top Speed: 110 km/h