The turbo-charged 1.2 litre Renault wind is more comfortable to drive than the larger engined model. The power delivery comes low down in the rev range making it feel responsive without the need to spin the engine at high speeds. It grips well with the 17 inch wheels and has a nice level of precision in the steering.
The Renault Wind is a compact two-seater coupe-roadster based on the popular Twingo hatchback. The car’s development was handled by performance and handling experts, Renaultsport and results in a responsive drive. The innovative hardtop roof rotates in one piece through 180 degrees flipping over from its position to slip upside-down underneath the rear panel. This keeps complexity and weight to a minimum while providing a secure and attractive roof that operates in just 12 seconds.
On the down-side rear visibility is poor. Luggage space is better than a Mini or MX-5 but well behind the Vauxhall/Opel Tigra and Peugeot 207CC.
The right-hand drive version of the Wind along with several other models were discontinued in 2012.
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We bought a Wind 1.2 GT Line on the 28th April and after 10 days and one 300-mile round trip rejected it, returned it for a full refund and got our 08 Tigra back. It is NOT a convertible for serious driving and is aptly named as the wind turbulence and noise inside the car is so horrendous you can’t hear the radio, Tomtom or each other AND suffer a 50% increase in fuel consumption. Even with the roof up it is noisy and turbulent at speed – a little like turbulence on a plane. Armrest is too low to lean on and storage space nil but you would put up with this if it was a nice drive – it’s not! Parking sensors are a MUST and should be fitted as standard as rear vision is extremely limited. If you want a car with a good stereo and a clever poser’s roof for around town it’s the car for you, but do insist on a proper test drive on the open road first!
i have had my renault wind roadster since jan 2011 and i absolutely adore it, i DONT find it noisy inside at all, the seats remind me of the recaro bucket seats and are so comfortable! Unlike the tigra, peugeot and vw this is a head turner, due to many people stopping me and asking me numerous questions about this ‘great looking car’- its my treasure x
I have had my Renault Wind for about a month now and I absolutely love it. I also dont find it noisy inside and with the roof up or down I can clearly listen to music and have a conversation with anyone with me. The car is a definate head turner and the seats are so comfortable. The only downside is visability to the rear however as I have not had the car long I am getting used to it. The bluetooth/mp3 is simple and easy to use and there is ample boot space which is a bonus:). I would not change my car for anything, I love it and would recommend it to anyone wanting to buy one.