Renault Kiger (cross between a Kwid & a Triber)

[Lupus]

The R199k poverty spec:

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Looks like the triber dash

 

[Lupus]

MotorMatters review of the 1,0 Turbo Intens CVT

199k for the base, at the start of 2020 it would've been 169k

 

[HAL 9000]

Dear Renault India, the early to mid-1990's just called - they want their '1-DIN compatible car entertainment unit' back, so they can fit it into a car much more suited for such a 'sophisticated' device - such as one of these supercars, where it would blend right in and be completely unobtrusive:

Lamborghini Diablo SV - a perfect match for its 'high-tech' climate controls



Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale - a perfect replacement for the Ferrari OEM unit



Porsche 928 S4 GTS - a perfect upgrade for the OEM Blaupunkt Radio / Tape /CD head unit

 

[TheChamp]

Design defect! Mud & dirt getting deposited behind Renault Kiger tail-lights - Team-BHP

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Design defect! Mud & dirt getting deposited behind Renault Kiger tail-lights

Design defect! Mud & dirt getting deposited behind Renault Kiger tail-lights

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Scandalous...

 

[FiestaST]

Ignition GT review of the Kiger

 

[FiestaST]

Renault Kiger (2021) Review

Fast Facts:

• Model tested: Renault Kiger 1.0 Turbo Intens auto
• Price: R289 900 (October 2021)
• Engine: 1.0-litre turbocharged 3-cylinder petrol
• Power/Torque: 74 kW and 160 Nm
• Transmission: CVT
• Fuel efficiency: 5.4 L/100 km (claimed)
• 0-100 kph: 11.5 sec (estimated)
• Load capacity: 405-879 litres

How much does the Renault Kiger cost in South Africa?

The Renault Kiger range starts from R199 900 for the non-turbo 1.0 Life and goes up to R289 900 for the 1.0 Turbo Intens auto tested here. The Kiger 1.0 naturally-aspirated model is sold with a 5-year/150 000 km warranty and a 2-year/30 000 km service plan, while the turbo derivatives get the same warranty, but 3-year/45 000 km service plans.

Verdict

Many new car prices have escalated beyond the means of the average consumers (let alone 1st- or 2nd-time car buyers), but it’s great to see brands going head-to-head in an effort to provide better value-for-money budget crossovers (entry-level compact family cars). That’s because the tougher the competition gets in this segment, the more brands will beef up their products’ purchasing propositions.

The Kiger has an impressive array of standard features and Renault SA’s prices are very competitive; it has racked up (and should continue to garner) substantial sales based on those factors alone. The 1.0 Turbo Intens auto certainly looks the part and, if you only have R289 900 to spend and desire a top-of-the-range budget crossover, you won’t get more nice-to-haves for less money (in a new car).

As an overall product, however, the Kiger has some rough edges. Its sticker price is certainly appealing, but that’s not because Renault has managed to fit a glut of features very cost-effectively – quality-wise, the Kiger is built to a lower price than its rivals and that is evident in the newcomer’s poorer refinement, cheap-feeling trim and marginal fit-and-finish (its Nissan Magnite cousin is much the same).

By comparison, the flagship Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta Plus auto offers a slightly longer warranty and a few more gizmos (cruise control and surround-view camera, but 2 fewer airbags) than the top-flight Kiger, but costs R22 000 more than the Kiger 1.0 Turbo Intens auto. The top-spec Suzuki Vitara Brezza, Kia Sonet, and Toyota Urban Cruiser derivatives cost R20k, R27k and R37k more respectively.

But that’s only part of the story… if you can live without the Kiger’s eye-catching styling and crowd-pleasing features such as slick electronic screens (and, okay, that spacious load bay), you could also opt for a mid-range Sonet 1.5 LX auto (R296 995), which offers better on-road dynamics, feels better finished and has 1-year longer service plan.

The most affordable automatic Vitara Brezza is comparatively soberly specified, but it costs only R264 900 and has a 5-year/200 000 km warranty and a 4-year/60 000 km service plan. For just over R9k more than the price of the 1.0 Turbo Intens auto, you could get the Urban Cruiser 1.5 XS auto. The Japanese contenders feel a lot more substantial in terms of quality, refinement and on-road manners.

If you want a more spacious cabin and “a bit of extra zip”, consider forking out R299 900 (R10k more) for a Haval Jolion 1.5T City. The Chinese model has proved extremely popular since it debuted earlier this year and although the entry-level derivative has a manual transmission (it’s not an auto), it represents an ideal segue between the budget crossover and more upmarket compact family car segments…

Renault Kiger (2021) Review

The Renault Kiger is a keenly-priced budget crossover that was recently launched in SA. Here's a comprehensive review, plus the latest prices.

www.cars.co.za

 

[Ϲhristopher]

I took one of these for a test drive this past Saturday, unfortunately the dealership only had the top spec manual rather than the base model or Zen AMT that I'm considering.

While it's definitely not perfect it is a step up in refinement from my old i10. There's less wind noise, the engine is audible, but still quieter than the i10 etc. Obvious drawbacks, at least to me, are the lack of front cupholders and the clutch pedal being right up against the centre console, which might actually be a deal breaker for the manual models. I also don't particularly like the touch screen setup, I'd prefer physical buttons to operate the radio etc.

It seems much better value than the similarly priced Kia Picanto and Hyundai Atos/Grand i10 that I'd short listed. Perhaps the average income on this forum is quite high, but I think for the average person out there this car represents excellent value.

 

[Lupus]

I took one of these for a test drive this past Saturday, unfortunately the dealership only had the top spec manual rather than the base model or Zen AMT that I'm considering.

While it's definitely not perfect it is a step up in refinement from my old i10. There's less wind noise, the engine is audible, but still quieter than the i10 etc. Obvious drawbacks, at least to me, are the lack of front cupholders and the clutch pedal being right up against the centre console, which might actually be a deal breaker for the manual models. I also don't particularly like the touch screen setup, I'd prefer physical buttons to operate the radio etc.

It seems much better value than the similarly priced Kia Picanto and Hyundai Atos/Grand i10 that I'd short listed. Perhaps the average income on this forum is quite high, but I think for the average person out there this car represents excellent value.

I did get a Triber top spec for less and it's been great for the almost 2 years we've had it. Scary how fast time flies, but yeah if I compare it to the 1.2 Hyundai I20 from 9 years ago it's really not bad even.

 

[VettieOriginal]

I did get a Triber top spec for less and it's been great for the almost 2 years we've had it. Scary how fast time flies, but yeah if I compare it to the 1.2 Hyundai I20 from 9 years ago it's really not bad even.

Also posted under teh Tiber thread looking to buy a triber for the bos to travel the kids around will love if you can chck it out and maybe awsner 1 or 2 questions for me there, i will probally buy new the 21.5 face lift

 

[FiestaST]

Juliet drives the Renault Kiger

 

[FiestaST]

Juliet drives the Renault Kiger

Oh dear

 

[Lupus]

Oh dear

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Wouldn't they have seen no cup holder? Also window not going down isn't normal, wonder if it's the 1t as the 1na isn't fuel efficient

 

[TheChamp]

Wouldn't they have seen no cup holder? Also window not going down isn't normal, wonder if it's the 1t as the 1na isn't fuel efficient

The window does go down but not all the way, I think our guy is the type who prefer the elbow out or hand dangling out of the window driving style and the piece that's left is getting in the way.

I don't ever remember having a need to roll the windows all the way down, but I have heard this complaint before, don't recall if it's the same car or different one, it must be the design of the car since there are many compromises in these cheap "SUVs".

 

[Lupus]

The window does go down but not all the way, I think our guy is the type who prefer the elbow out or hand dangling out of the window driving style and the piece that's left is getting in the way.

I don't ever remember having a need to roll the windows all the way down, but I have heard this complaint before, don't recall if it's the same car or different one, it must be the design of the car since there are many compromises in these cheap "SUVs".

Weird, thought only rear windows don't do that for child safety. But never seen it in front windows, I've had a few cars where the rear windows wouldn't go past a certain point. But never the front.

 

[Rickster]

My mom was looking at this car recently to buy.

But we have decided on the Nissan Magnite and we are going to pick it up in 1 Hour.

 

[TheChamp]

Weird, thought only rear windows don't do that for child safety. But never seen it in front windows, I've had a few cars where the rear windows wouldn't go past a certain point. But never the front.

It helps with child safety but sometimes it is necessitated by the design of the door, that's why they usually split the window to try keep the opening part as square as possible, things get a little complicated with these small "SUVs", everything there is a compromise, it takes slightly more costs to make it normal so sometimes the manufacturers don't bother, especially on cheaper models, you just have to get used to the quirks.

 

[Lupus]

It helps with child safety but sometimes it is necessitated by the design of the door, that's why they usually split the window to try keep the opening part as square as possible, things get a little complicated with these small "SUVs", everything there is a compromise, it takes slightly more costs to make it normal so sometimes the manufacturers don't bother, especially on cheaper models, you just have to get used to the quirks.

Weird the Triber doesn't have this compromise.

 

[TheChamp]

Weird the Triber doesn't have this compromise.

Also weird that it seems to be only the drivers side from the tweet, maybe the dealer is being dishonest, or there's something on the drivers side that's not on the passenger's.

 

[FiestaST]

My mom was looking at this car recently to buy.

But we have decided on the Nissan Magnite and we are going to pick it up in 1 Hour.

Excellent.

Post some of your findings (good or bad) for us to dissect.

Nissan Magnite (crossover)

Another day, another crossover/SUV. This one for Nissan's upcoming one, said to be called Magnite. Two teasers are out./ New Nissan trademark application hints at upcoming small SUV's name Nissan has filed a fresh trademark application for the “Magnite” nameplate, with a report out of India...

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I've personally not see than many on the road vs the Brazzers twins.

 

[Dylan_G]

Excellent.

Post some of your findings (good or bad) for us to dissect.

Nissan Magnite (crossover)

Another day, another crossover/SUV. This one for Nissan's upcoming one, said to be called Magnite. Two teasers are out./ New Nissan trademark application hints at upcoming small SUV's name Nissan has filed a fresh trademark application for the “Magnite” nameplate, with a report out of India...

mybroadband.co.za

I've personally not see than many on the road vs the Brazzers twins.

Yeah was gonna say the same.

Give us the low down, @Rickster