First launched in 2015, the stellar hatchback Renault Kwid has been given an update by Renault India. While Kwid has been popular among customers for its crossover-ish design, the hatchback now gets m . . .
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First launched in 2015, the stellar hatchback Renault Kwid has been given an update by Renault India. While Kwid has been popular among customers for its crossover-ish design, the hatchback now gets more features that make it even better. Among the new features, it now gets a rear view camera, fold down handrest for the rear seats and an updated grille at the front. Interestingly, these new additions have not affected Renault Kwid price as it is available at the same cost.
Renault Kwid Exterior
The 2018 Renault Kwid exterior does not change in cosmetic terms, save for the updated grille at the front. It continues to feature the petal-shaped headlamps and carries over the same tail lamps from the previous version. Similarly, the tall boy stance and crossover-ish elements have been retained.
Renault Kwid Interior
The 2018 Renault Kwid interiors have received most of the changes as it receives new features. It remains unchanged in terms of styling, though. As for the new goodies, the 2018 Renault Kwid features get a reverse camera on the RXT (O) trim, and the top-spec grade receives a rear 12-volt socket and a new chrome-festooned gear knob. Features such as power windows and central locking are standard on the RXL variant. It additionally gets a rear arm rest in select variants.
Renault Kwid Engine & Transmission
Talking about 2018 Renault Kwid specifications, the mechanical set-up remains unchanged as it continues to derive power from the same 800 cc, 3-cylinder petrol unit that was seen in the pre-facelift version. The petrol unit makes 53 bhp of maximum power against a peak torque of 72 Nm. It additionally comes with a 1.0-litre unit good for a top power of 67 bhp and 91 Nm torque. While the 5-speed manual gearbox is standard on both the engines, the Easy-R AMT unit is offered only with the 1.0-litre engine.
Renault Kwid Mileage
The 2018 Renault Kwid mileage for 800 cc powered variants with manual transmission is claimed to be over 25 km/l with an ARAI-rated fuel economy of 25.17 km/l. On the other hand, the 1.0-litre unit delivers 24.04 km/l in standard conditions.
Renault Kwid Braking and Safety
In a bid to make it safer, Renault has added more safety features to the hatchback. It now gets updated seat belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters for the rear seats. Airbags, engine immobilizer and central locking have been retained.
Renault Kwid Performance and Handling
The new Renualt Kwid receives no change in terms of engine options and transmissions, and hence it continues to offer same performance in both the engine options. Similarly, handling sees no change as well.
What do we think about Renault Kwid?
With the additional features on the new Kwid, it gets better than the previous version, especially in terms of safety for the rear passengers. Interestingly, there is no hike in price, which means that it can still be had for the same price.
Renault Kwid Competitors
The 2018 Renault Kwid continues to lock horns with Maruti Suzuki Alto K10, Tata Tiago and other similarly-priced hatchbacks in the A segment.
