Renault Kiger (cross between a Kwid & a Triber)

5 small (sub-four-metre) crossovers coming to South Africa in 2021

As many as five new baby crossovers are scheduled to arrive in South Africa in 2021, each imported from India.

Since vehicles measuring less than four metres in length attract tax benefits in India, these imported small crossovers all fall into that category.

The local market already features the likes of the Hyundai Venue and Mahindra XUV300, but competition in the segment is set to grow substantially in 2021. And each of these fresh-faced competitors has the potential to add significant momentum to their respective stable’s sales volumes.

Here’s what to expect...

1. Kia Sonet

2. Nissan Magnite

3. Renault Kiger

4. Suzuki Vitara Brezza

5. Toyota Urban Cruiser

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5 small (sub-four-metre) crossovers coming to South Africa in 2021...

As many as five new baby crossovers are scheduled to arrive in South Africa in 2021, each imported from India. Here's what to expect...
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Renault Kiger 1.0L Turbo-petrol Driving Report - Team-BHP

With the Kiger, Renault has a genuine shot at shooting past Toyota & Honda and doing 13,000 - 15,000 sales / month.

The Kwid & very intelligent Triber already bring in a couple of thousand sales each month, while the Kiger will only add to that tally further.

The Kiger is the Nissan Magnite's close sibling and the two are almost the same under the skin.

The Kiger is offered with two engine options – a 1.0L, 71 BHP naturally aspirated petrol and a 1.0L, 99 BHP turbo-petrol. Both are offered with a 5-speed manual transmission as standard and get the option of an AMT for the naturally aspirated version or a smooth CVT for the turbo-petrol.

Ex-showroom prices start at Rs. 5.45 lakh for the base variant and go up to Rs. 9.55 lakh for the top-end 1.0 turbo-petrol CVT.
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Detailed initial driving impressions review & more pics at the link below:

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Renault Kiger Crossover launched at Rs. 5.45 lakh. EDIT: Driving report on page 19

Renault Kiger Crossover launched at Rs. 5.45 lakh. EDIT: Driving report on page 19
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As long as the Kriger has better fuel consumption than the Triber, that thing is basically 10l per 100km with city driving as you have to work that motor.
 
Renault Sandero to be dropped from South African line-up

Last year Renault’s Dacia brand pulled the covers off the third-generation Sandero hatchback, along with its Stepway crossover variant, and at the time Renault South Africa could not confirm whether the new range was destined for South Africa.

However we now have confirmation that the Romanian-built newcomer is not earmarked for our market. At a media conference held in Johannesburg recently, Renault South Africa announced that the Sandero would effectively be replaced by the Indian-sourced Kiger compact SUV that’s due to hit local showrooms around September this year.

The Kiger is essentially Renault’s version of the Nissan Magnite that was launched in South Africa last month. Although it has different exterior styling, the two are both built on the Alliance’s CMF-A+ platform, and powered by a new 1-litre, three-cylinder turbopetrol engine that produces 74 kW. Renault also offers a 53 kW normally aspirated version of this engine.

Incidentally the new Dacia Sandero, which would have worn a Renault badge in South Africa, is also based on a version of the CMF platform, albeit with more in the way of Clio DNA. Yet given that the Stepway crossover versions tend to be the most popular, the new Sandero would have clashed with the Kiger in the company’s local line-up, Renault SA says.

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Renault Sandero to be dropped from South African line-up

We won't see the third-generation Renault Sandero in South Africa as the importer has confirmed that the nameplate is being dropped from the local line-up. Here's why:
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Renault Kiger vs Hyundai Venue Comparison - Turbo Petrol Battle | MotorBeam​

In today's video we compare the Renault Kiger and the Hyundai Venue. Both the compact SUVs are in their 1.0 Turbo guise. The Kiger is the newest kid on the block while the Venue is an established product in this segment.

In this video, we compare the size, space, comfort, practicality, performance, braking and even the audio systems of both the cars!

 

Renault Kiger CVT review - Is it the Kiger to buy? | First Drive | Autocar India​

Turbo-petrol power, CVT convenience and a sub-Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom) price make the Renault Kiger Turbo CVT an interesting proposition on paper. Saumil Shah tells you what it's like in the real world.

 
Renault Kiger lands in SA – we have pricing and standard features list!

The Renault Kiger has landed in South Africa to tackle the budget subcompact crossover segment. The new fighter will be offered with a choice of two engines, two transmissions and three spec levels.

Starting off the range is the Renault Kiger Life with a price of R199 900. This entry-level model uses the brand’s naturally aspirated 1,0-litre three-cylinder engine with a power output of 52 kW and 96 N.m of torque with a five-speed manual gearbox. Key features on this model includes two airbags, LED headlamps and an 8,0-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The mid-range Zen trim, at R214 900, adds a four airbag configuration. The CVT can be had on the naturally aspirated Zen trim as well at a price of R224 900.

The turbopetrol 1,0-litre three-pot Renault Kiger starts off with the Zen trim with a price-tag of R249 900. With this using the five-speed manual gearbox as well, a power output of 74 kW and 116 N.m has been quoted.

The flagship trim of the range is the Renault Kiger Intens which sports an asking price of R269 900. With this, you get 16-inch alloy wheels, LED Pure Vision headlamps, a 7,0-inch TFT instrument cluster, ABS with EBD and ESP, wireless smartphone connectivity, climate control and keyless entry and stop-go. This can be had with a CVT as well for R289 900.

The naturally aspirated Renault Kiger models come standard with a two-year/30 000 km service plan while the turbopetrol model benefits from a three-year/45 000 km plan.

Renault Kiger lands in SA – we have pricing and standard features list!

The Renault Kiger has landed in South Africa to tackle the budget subcompact crossover segment. The new fighter will be offered with a choice of two engines and three spec levels.
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Renault Kiger (2021) Specs & Price

The Renault Kiger has launched in South Africa. Here are the specifications and pricing for the compact SUV.

Designed by Renault veteran Laurens Van Den Acker, the Renault Kiger is a fresh-looking compact SUV that aimed at the popular segment with rivals like the Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue, and twin Nissan Magnite as well as the Suzuki Vitara Brezza/Toyota Urban Cruiser to name but a few.

The new Renault Kiger is available in 3 new trim levels – Life, Zen and Intens, comprehensively specced
from the base level upwards. There are 6 colours to choose from: Cool White; Planet Grey; Moonlight Grey; Mahogany Brown, Caspian Blue and Radiant Red.

The Renault Kiger is an SUV through and through, with ground clearance of 205 mm and thanks to its 2 500 mm long wheelbase, its spacious too. Not just for passengers but for cargo carrying capacity as well, with a boot volume of 405 litres which according to Renault is segment-leading. The roof rails aren’t just for show and can hold up to 50 kg.

Kiger Engine Lineup

Renault is offering its new Kiger with a choice of two engine options. Kicking off the range is a naturally-aspirated 1.0-litre 3-cylinder motor with 52 kW and 96 Nm. The 2nd engine is a 1.0-litre turbocharged 3-cylinder motor with 74 kW and 160 Nm.

Customers can choose from a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 5-speed Automated Manual for the first engine, while the turbocharged offering has a 5-speed manual or a CVT. A fuel economy figure for the turbocharged motor was given and it’s said the Kiger consumes 5L/100 km.

How much does the Renault Kiger cost in South Africa?

The new Renault Kiger is sold with a 5-year/150 000km mechanical warranty and a 6-year anticorrosion warranty, with service intervals every 15 000 km. Metallic paint is optional at R 2 522

KIGER Life 1.0L R199 900 (incl. VAT)
KIGER Zen 1.0L R214 900 (incl. VAT)
KIGER Zen 1.0L AMT R224 900 (incl. VAT)
KIGER Zen 1.0L Turbo R249 900 (incl. VAT)
KIGER Intens 1.0L Turbo R269 900 (incl. VAT)
KIGER Intens 1.0L Turbo CVT R289 900 (incl. VAT)

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Renault Kiger (2021) Specs & Price

The Renault Kiger has launched in South Africa. Here are the specifications and pricing for the compact SUV.
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2 year/30 000km service plan is harsh...
 
The turbopetrol 1,0-litre three-pot Renault Kiger starts off with the Zen trim with a price-tag of R249 900. With this using the five-speed manual gearbox as well, a power output of 74 kW and 116 N.m has been quoted.
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What did they do with the rest of the torque?
 
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