Renault Kwid Overview

The Renault Kwid is the brand's cheapest car, and it dresses a small hatchback in mild SUV looks. It stands tall, seats five, and slips through narrow city lanes with ease. Buyers on a first-car budget keep it on their shortlist. Renault has sold it here for years, so it is a known, trusted shape on Indian roads.

One 1.0 litre three cylinder petrol engine does all the work now. Renault dropped the old 0.8 litre unit, so every Kwid makes 69 PS. You choose a 5 speed manual or a 5 speed AMT that shifts for you. A retrofit CNG kit is offered on the manual cars for owners who want a lower fuel bill.

The range is short and simple. Two trims, Evolution and Climber, span ₹4.53 Lakh to ₹5.61 Lakh ex-showroom. Climber adds the rugged body cladding and extra kit that give the car its outdoorsy face. You can line up the two Kwid trims side by side before you decide.

Living with the Kwid is cheap and fuss-free. The 279 litre boot holds a week of shopping, and ground clearance of 184 mm clears rough patches. Service costs stay low and the light body keeps fuel use down. First-time owners find it simple to park and read on a busy street. Spare parts are easy to find, and the cabin plastics are built to take daily knocks.

For a buyer who wants height, space and a low price in one small car, the Kwid answers well. Pick a shade you like from the Kwid colour options to round off the choice.