Renault Kwid

🚗 What is the Renault Kwid?

The Renault Kwid is a crossover-style city car launched in India in 2015. Built on the Renault–Nissan CMF‑A platform, it stands out with its SUV-inspired design—complete with high ground clearance, black cladding, roof rails, and LED accents—while measuring just under 3.7 m in length

🔧 Engine & Performance

• Engine options:

  • 0.8 L petrol: ~54 hp

  • 1.0 L SCe petrol: ~67 hp & 92–97 Nm torque

• Transmission: 5‑speed manual standard; 5‑speed Easy‑R AMT available on 1.0 L variants Fuel economy: ARAI claims ~22 kmpl; real-world manual ~20 kmpl, AMT ~19 kmpl

📏 Dimensions & Practicality

• Size: 3,729–3,740 mm long, 1,579 mm wide, 1,478 mm tall; wheelbase 2,422 mm Ground clearance: 184 mm—great for potholes and uneven roads

• Boot space: 279 L, expandable to ~620 L with rear seats folded Storage: Multiple cubbies and fast USB charging

🎛️ Interior & Features

• Infotainment: 8″ MediaNAV touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay Instrument cluster: LED digital display with tachometer, trip computer, gear-shift indicator, and tyre pressure monitoring Conveniences: Power steering, front power windows, ORVMs with indicators, keyless entry (on higher trims), reverse camera & parking sensors

🛡️ Safety & Security

• Airbags: Dual front airbags (standard on higher trims)

• Braking/Stability: ABS with EBD, ESC (ESP), traction control, hill start assist (AMT), speed alert, tyre pressure monitor, seatbelt reminders

• NCAP ratings: Global NCAP gave 0★ adult / 2★ child (2016); a one-airbag variant earned 1★/1★; Latin-market version scored 3★ in 2017

💵 Pricing (Delhi ex-showroom)

Variant lineup starts at ₹4.69 L (MT) up to ₹6.45 L (Climber AMT dual-tone)

👍 Pros & 🔍 Cons

👍 Pros:

• Eye-catching SUV styling at budget-friendly prices

• High ground clearance and practical boot/storage.

• Modern tech features: touchscreen, digital cluster, camera, safety aids.

🔍 Cons:

• Safety structure is basic—low NCAP ratings for Indian spec Performance is modest—AMT slightly underwhelming for highway merging .

• Cabin uses hard plastics and feels economical—acceptable for the price .

✅ Who Should Buy It?

Ideal for:

• Budget-conscious first-time car buyers and city commuters.

• Families or individuals valuing style, ease of parking, and fuel efficiency.

• Those wanting crossover-like appeal without breaking the bank.