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Saw a Kwid going around a circle yesterday, was just behind it.
Right back wheel lifted off the tar. Driver hit a wobbly and shot off out the circle onto the grass luckily no damage.
I would not drive one. We were just bumbling along no speeding involved.
Right back wheel lifted off the tar. Driver hit a wobbly and shot off out the circle onto the grass luckily no damage.
I would not drive one. We were just bumbling along no speeding involved.
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Renault Kwid 2nd anniversary edition launched in India
It has been two years since the launch of the Renault Kwid in India. To mark the occasion, Renault has launched the Kwid Anniversary Edition, which comes with a list of styling updates.
The Anniversary Edition is offered in both 799cc and 999cc versions of the Kwid, with prices starting at Rs. 3.43 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
It is only available with a 5-speed manual, in RXL or RXT trim and costs Rs. 15,000 more over the standard variants. It will be offered in a choice of red or white exterior colours.
The updates are purely aesthetic.
On the outside, the Kwid Anniversary Edition gets designer graphics on the doors with "02" insignia, graphics on the C-pillar, bonnet and roof, ORVM housing in two-tone finish, coloured wheels and skid plates at the front and rear.
Similarly, cabin updates include Sportline seat upholstery with 02 insignia, dark ivory trim around side air vents, a two-tone gear knob, floor mats and steering wheel with "02" insignia and piano black centre fascia with dark ivory highlights.
The Kwid Anniversary Edition is offered with a 799cc, 3-cylinder petrol engine which produces 54 BHP @ 5,678 rpm and 72 Nm @ 4,386 rpm.
The 1.0L variant uses a 999cc, 3-cylinder petrol engine which delivers 67 BHP @ 5,500 rpm and 91 Nm @ 4,250 rpm.
Other standard features include a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, digital instrument cluster, one-touch lane change indicator, speed dependent radio volume control, and 300 liters of luggage space among others.
Price:
RXL 0.8L - Rs. 3.43 lakh
RXT 0.8L - Rs. 3.76 lakh
RXL 1.0L - Rs. 3.64 lakh
RXT 1.0L - Rs. 3.98 lakh
https://www.team-bhp.com/news/renault-kwid-2nd-anniversary-edition-launched-rs-343-lakh
It has been two years since the launch of the Renault Kwid in India. To mark the occasion, Renault has launched the Kwid Anniversary Edition, which comes with a list of styling updates.
The Anniversary Edition is offered in both 799cc and 999cc versions of the Kwid, with prices starting at Rs. 3.43 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
It is only available with a 5-speed manual, in RXL or RXT trim and costs Rs. 15,000 more over the standard variants. It will be offered in a choice of red or white exterior colours.
The updates are purely aesthetic.
On the outside, the Kwid Anniversary Edition gets designer graphics on the doors with "02" insignia, graphics on the C-pillar, bonnet and roof, ORVM housing in two-tone finish, coloured wheels and skid plates at the front and rear.
Similarly, cabin updates include Sportline seat upholstery with 02 insignia, dark ivory trim around side air vents, a two-tone gear knob, floor mats and steering wheel with "02" insignia and piano black centre fascia with dark ivory highlights.
The Kwid Anniversary Edition is offered with a 799cc, 3-cylinder petrol engine which produces 54 BHP @ 5,678 rpm and 72 Nm @ 4,386 rpm.
The 1.0L variant uses a 999cc, 3-cylinder petrol engine which delivers 67 BHP @ 5,500 rpm and 91 Nm @ 4,250 rpm.
Other standard features include a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, digital instrument cluster, one-touch lane change indicator, speed dependent radio volume control, and 300 liters of luggage space among others.
Price:
RXL 0.8L - Rs. 3.43 lakh
RXT 0.8L - Rs. 3.76 lakh
RXL 1.0L - Rs. 3.64 lakh
RXT 1.0L - Rs. 3.98 lakh
https://www.team-bhp.com/news/renault-kwid-2nd-anniversary-edition-launched-rs-343-lakh
Renault should be ashamed for selling a car without airbags and ABS. They were one of the first to boast a lot of "not super expensive" models with 5-star NCAP and now they're producing this rubbish.
I mean really is the software for ABS and an airbag module SO expensive they can't put it on the entry level? Which also irks me because "entry-level" should NOT be allowed to mean "we don't mind if you skid off the road and have steering column through your face" model!
I like Renault's a alot and i've had a few. I expect more from them. Its saddening.
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I mean really is the software for ABS and an airbag module SO expensive they can't put it on the entry level? Which also irks me because "entry-level" should NOT be allowed to mean "we don't mind if you skid off the road and have steering column through your face" model!
I like Renault's a alot and i've had a few. I expect more from them. Its saddening.
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FiestaST
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Kiewiets...wtf
FiestaST
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South Africa’s 10 best-selling passengers cars of August 2017:
1. Volkswagen Polo Vivo – 2 340
2. Volkswagen Polo – 2 096
3. Toyota Corolla/Auris/Quest – 1 343
4. Toyota Etios – 1 161
5=. Ford EcoSport – 1071
5=. Ford Fiesta – 1 071
7. Toyota Fortuner – 1 070
8. Kia Picanto – 846
9. Renault Kwid – 784
10. Toyota RAV4 – 651
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/sas-10-best-selling-passenger-cars-of-august-2017/
1. Volkswagen Polo Vivo – 2 340
2. Volkswagen Polo – 2 096
3. Toyota Corolla/Auris/Quest – 1 343
4. Toyota Etios – 1 161
5=. Ford EcoSport – 1071
5=. Ford Fiesta – 1 071
7. Toyota Fortuner – 1 070
8. Kia Picanto – 846
9. Renault Kwid – 784
10. Toyota RAV4 – 651
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/sas-10-best-selling-passenger-cars-of-august-2017/
FiestaST
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Renault SA adds Kwid Xtreme variant to local range
Renault South Africa has added a third, limited-edition derivative to its local Kwid range, but the new flagship model – dubbed Kwid Xtreme – still does without ABS.
The brand says the newcomer will be available “in limited numbers”. For the record, the local arm of the French automaker has sold more than 6 000 examples of the Kwid since the budget vehicle’s launch late in 2016.
The Kwid Xtreme is based on the Dynamique model (priced some R15 000 higher), but adds an exterior styling pack that includes chrome accents for the front grille, fog-lamp surrounds, front bumper, rear bumper corners and tailgate.
Black roof-rails, black plastic mud-flaps, 14-inch rims and decals are also part of the package. This model furthermore gains rear parking sensors and auto-locking doors (from 20 km/h).
Power still comes from a naturally aspirated 1,0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine, linked to a five-speed manual gearbox. Key figures include a peak power output of 50 kW and maximum torque of 91 N.m (at a lofty 4 250 r/min).
While we must again stress that ABS has not been added, the Kwid does feature a single airbag, along with a five-year/150 000 km warranty (the service plan is optional).
Pricing:
Renault Kwid Expression 1,0-litre SCe: R124 900
Renault Kwid Dynamique 1,0-litre SCe: R134 900
Renault Kwid Xtreme 1,0-litre SCe: R149 900
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/renault-sa-adds-kwid-xtreme-variant-to-local-range/
Renault South Africa has added a third, limited-edition derivative to its local Kwid range, but the new flagship model – dubbed Kwid Xtreme – still does without ABS.
The brand says the newcomer will be available “in limited numbers”. For the record, the local arm of the French automaker has sold more than 6 000 examples of the Kwid since the budget vehicle’s launch late in 2016.
The Kwid Xtreme is based on the Dynamique model (priced some R15 000 higher), but adds an exterior styling pack that includes chrome accents for the front grille, fog-lamp surrounds, front bumper, rear bumper corners and tailgate.
Black roof-rails, black plastic mud-flaps, 14-inch rims and decals are also part of the package. This model furthermore gains rear parking sensors and auto-locking doors (from 20 km/h).
Power still comes from a naturally aspirated 1,0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine, linked to a five-speed manual gearbox. Key figures include a peak power output of 50 kW and maximum torque of 91 N.m (at a lofty 4 250 r/min).
While we must again stress that ABS has not been added, the Kwid does feature a single airbag, along with a five-year/150 000 km warranty (the service plan is optional).
Pricing:
Renault Kwid Expression 1,0-litre SCe: R124 900
Renault Kwid Dynamique 1,0-litre SCe: R134 900
Renault Kwid Xtreme 1,0-litre SCe: R149 900
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/renault-sa-adds-kwid-xtreme-variant-to-local-range/
supersunbird
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R15 000 more for rear parking sensors and auto-locking doors? (the rest is just plastic trim nonsense) Got to be kwidding me...
FiestaST
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Don't forget the 14" rims + it's available in "limited quantities".
supersunbird
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I wonder what the manufacturing price difference between a 14" and 13" rim is, and the tyre price difference...
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Instead of all that other crap, why don't they just add ABS?? This car has a nice interior, for the price. I'm always scared ****less when one of these little cars come up behind me at speed at an intersection and you are not sure if they will be able to stop. At least with ABS a few accidents can be prevented.
FiestaST
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Renault SA launches limited edition Kwid
Renault’s entry-level Kwid has its fair share of shortcomings as you’ll see in our road test from last year, but given the market’s hunger for affordable vehicles, combined with its desire for trendy-looking crossovers, the little tyke has sold up a storm, consistently notching up sales of over 700 units a month.
In a bid to capitalise on this demand, Renault has just launched a spiced up version in South Africa.
Called the Kwid Extreme, and priced at R149 900 (a R15 000 premium over the Dynamique version), the new limited edition comes with 14-inch alloy wheels and an exterior styling pack of sorts. This includes chrome garnishes on the front bumper and tailgate, decals on the side as well as black roof rails and mudflaps.
The standard features list has been beefed up with the addition of reverse park sensors and drive-off locking. This is in addition to the 17.8cm touchscreen MediaNav system with Bluetooth that’s already fitted to the Dynamique, along with air conditioning, remote central locking, front electric windows and driver's side airbag.
Power comes from the familiar 1-litre normally aspirated petrol engine that produces 50kW and 91Nm.
For the record, the Kwid also boasts generous-for-the-segment boot space of 300 litres and a ground clearance of 180mm.
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/latest-launches/renault-sa-launches-limited-edition-kwid-11610866
Renault’s entry-level Kwid has its fair share of shortcomings as you’ll see in our road test from last year, but given the market’s hunger for affordable vehicles, combined with its desire for trendy-looking crossovers, the little tyke has sold up a storm, consistently notching up sales of over 700 units a month.
In a bid to capitalise on this demand, Renault has just launched a spiced up version in South Africa.
Called the Kwid Extreme, and priced at R149 900 (a R15 000 premium over the Dynamique version), the new limited edition comes with 14-inch alloy wheels and an exterior styling pack of sorts. This includes chrome garnishes on the front bumper and tailgate, decals on the side as well as black roof rails and mudflaps.
The standard features list has been beefed up with the addition of reverse park sensors and drive-off locking. This is in addition to the 17.8cm touchscreen MediaNav system with Bluetooth that’s already fitted to the Dynamique, along with air conditioning, remote central locking, front electric windows and driver's side airbag.
Power comes from the familiar 1-litre normally aspirated petrol engine that produces 50kW and 91Nm.
For the record, the Kwid also boasts generous-for-the-segment boot space of 300 litres and a ground clearance of 180mm.
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/latest-launches/renault-sa-launches-limited-edition-kwid-11610866
Jet-Fighter7700
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every time I see one, I think its been in an accident, looks so squished,
and goes to prove a point, if you put some labels on a car and call it "extreme" people will buy it....
and goes to prove a point, if you put some labels on a car and call it "extreme" people will buy it....
FiestaST
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Limited Edition Renault Kwid in SA
Renault has introduced a limited edition Kwid Xtreme derivative in South Africa. Herewith the details…
Renault’s budget-busting Kwid has experienced great success in the local market since its introduction almost a year ago with more than 6 000 units finding homes in SA and claims a sizable 11.5% share of the entry-level segment Now, to celebrate the Kwid’s success, Renault is offering a limited edition Kwid Xtreme in South Africa that will be available in limited numbers. Herewith the details.
Kwid Xtreme - Key features
The Kwid Xtreme benefits from a number of additional styling features as well as rear park distance control.
The Kwid Xtreme is powered by a 50 kW / 91 Nm 1.0-litre engine and is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.
Based on the Kwid Dynamique, the limited edition Kwid Xtreme features an exterior styling pack that includes chrome accents seen on the grille, fog light surrounds, front bumper and on the tailgate. Bumper protection is fitted to minimise scuffs and scrapes.
The interior highlight is the 7-inch infotainment touchscreen with navigation and special red-detailed seat covers.
The Kwid Xtreme is also fitted with black roof rails, black plastic mud flaps and rides on 14-inch alloy wheels. Decals further add to the look of the Kwid Xtreme. In addition to the standard features offered by the Kwid Dynamique derivative, the Kwid Xtreme is fitted with rear park distance control as well as a Lock-On Drive system that automatically locks the doors at 20 kph for added security.
Key standard features include air conditioning, electric front windows and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation and Bluetooth functionality. The load bay offers 300-litres of space and Kwid has a useful ground clearance of 180mm.
Renault Kwid - Price in South Africa
Renault Kwid 1.0 SCe Expression - R124 900
Renault Kwid 1.0 SCe Dynamique - R134 900
Renault Kwid 1.0 SCe Xtreme - R149 900
The Renault Kwid is sold with a 5-year/150 000km warranty and a 6-year anti-corrosion warranty. Service plans are optional.
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/limited-edition-renault-kwid-in-sa/44096/
Renault has introduced a limited edition Kwid Xtreme derivative in South Africa. Herewith the details…
Renault’s budget-busting Kwid has experienced great success in the local market since its introduction almost a year ago with more than 6 000 units finding homes in SA and claims a sizable 11.5% share of the entry-level segment Now, to celebrate the Kwid’s success, Renault is offering a limited edition Kwid Xtreme in South Africa that will be available in limited numbers. Herewith the details.
Kwid Xtreme - Key features
The Kwid Xtreme benefits from a number of additional styling features as well as rear park distance control.
The Kwid Xtreme is powered by a 50 kW / 91 Nm 1.0-litre engine and is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.
Based on the Kwid Dynamique, the limited edition Kwid Xtreme features an exterior styling pack that includes chrome accents seen on the grille, fog light surrounds, front bumper and on the tailgate. Bumper protection is fitted to minimise scuffs and scrapes.
The interior highlight is the 7-inch infotainment touchscreen with navigation and special red-detailed seat covers.
The Kwid Xtreme is also fitted with black roof rails, black plastic mud flaps and rides on 14-inch alloy wheels. Decals further add to the look of the Kwid Xtreme. In addition to the standard features offered by the Kwid Dynamique derivative, the Kwid Xtreme is fitted with rear park distance control as well as a Lock-On Drive system that automatically locks the doors at 20 kph for added security.
Key standard features include air conditioning, electric front windows and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation and Bluetooth functionality. The load bay offers 300-litres of space and Kwid has a useful ground clearance of 180mm.
Renault Kwid - Price in South Africa
Renault Kwid 1.0 SCe Expression - R124 900
Renault Kwid 1.0 SCe Dynamique - R134 900
Renault Kwid 1.0 SCe Xtreme - R149 900
The Renault Kwid is sold with a 5-year/150 000km warranty and a 6-year anti-corrosion warranty. Service plans are optional.
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/limited-edition-renault-kwid-in-sa/44096/
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So, for R 8,095 extra (R 157,995), you can get a Tata Bolt XMS with a 4-star Global NCAP safety rating, Revotron 1,2 Turbo-charged 1193cc, 4 cylinder engine with 66 kW@ 5000 rpm & 140 Nm @1500-4000 rpm, with multi-drive modes (City / Eco / Sport), dual airbags, ABS with EBD & CSC, Harman infotainment system with Bluetooth / AUX & USB, Multi-function steering wheel, auto-locking doors, electric windows all round, electric exterior mirrors, rear wipe/wash, 5 year / 100,000 km warranty, 5 years of roadside assist AND a 2 year / 30,000 km service plan (which can be extended at an extra cost if required).
Tough choice!
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FiestaST
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So, for R 8,095 extra (R 157,995), you can get a Tata Bolt XMS with a 4-star Global NCAP safety rating, Revotron 1,2 Turbo-charged 1193cc, 4 cylinder engine with 66 kW@ 5000 rpm & 140 Nm @1500-4000 rpm, with multi-drive modes (City / Eco / Sport), dual airbags, ABS with EBD & CSC, Harman infotainment system with Bluetooth / AUX & USB, Multi-function steering wheel, auto-locking doors, electric windows all round, electric exterior mirrors, rear wipe/wash, 5 year / 100,000 km warranty, 5 years of roadside assist AND a 2 year / 30,000 km service plan (which can be extended at an extra cost if required).
Tough choice!
Lol amen.
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‘Reinforced’ Renault Kwid undergoes Latin NCAP test
Back in May 2016, the Renault Kwid failed to score a single star for adult occupancy safety in its initial Global NCAP crash-test in India. A few months later, a revised version of the budget mini-crossover was tested, scoring a single star.
Now, the Kwid produced for the South American market has been tested by Latin NCAP, showing “clear improvements” in safety compared to the India-built version, with a final result of three stars (for both adult occupant and child occupant protection).
Of course, the Kwid currently sold in South Africa is imported from India, and has just a single airbag and (still) does without ABS. Some changes are expected to be made to the local Kwid range early in 2018, while a further update is scheduled for the final quarter of next year. It;s not year clear whether safety updates are on the cards.
The Brazilian-market Kwid tested by Latin NCAP, meanwhile, boasts ABS, four airbags and Isofix child-seat anchors as standard. And, likely more importantly, this version also boasts “extra structural reinforcements” compared to the Indian model tested by Global NCAP last year.
In the embedded Twitter video below, note the stark difference in safety performance between the India-built and Brazil-built Kwids during their respective crash-tests…
3 stars for the latest Renault Kwid built in Brazil & crash tested by @LatinNCAP, compared to zero stars for the original Kwid made in India. https://t.co/47XfeRuGmC #safercarsforindia pic.twitter.com/Mf9nOLjso1
— GlobalNCAP (@GlobalNCAP) November 16, 2017
Latin NCAP reported that the Brazilian-spec Kwid “showed an adequate frontal protection and marginal side-impact protection, with weak protection to the chest of the adult but enough to reach a solid three stars in adult occupant protection”.
The crash-test authority added that the Kwid’s side-impact structure “prevented massive intrusion of the side-impact barrier, which combined with the side thorax airbag could keep the adult injuries below the high probability of life-threatening injuries”.
The child occupants, meanwhile, enjoyed “adequate and good protection during the front and side crash tests” thanks to the child restraint system that was installed using the Isofix and top-tether anchorages.
Latin NCAP also noted that the Kwid tested lacked an airbag deactivation option up front, while also doing without three-point seatbelts.
“It is good to see how fast manufacturers can react from the first-ever tested Kwid to this three-star Brazilian-made Kwid. It is encouraging to see car-makers reacting to Latin NCAP’s, Global NCAP’s and consumers’ preferences for better safety performance, even in entry level cars,” said Alejandro Furas, secretary general of Latin NCAP.
Here’s hoping some of these improvements will be rolled out to the South African market soon.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/reinforced-renault-kwid-undergoes-latin-ncap-test/
Back in May 2016, the Renault Kwid failed to score a single star for adult occupancy safety in its initial Global NCAP crash-test in India. A few months later, a revised version of the budget mini-crossover was tested, scoring a single star.
Now, the Kwid produced for the South American market has been tested by Latin NCAP, showing “clear improvements” in safety compared to the India-built version, with a final result of three stars (for both adult occupant and child occupant protection).
Of course, the Kwid currently sold in South Africa is imported from India, and has just a single airbag and (still) does without ABS. Some changes are expected to be made to the local Kwid range early in 2018, while a further update is scheduled for the final quarter of next year. It;s not year clear whether safety updates are on the cards.
The Brazilian-market Kwid tested by Latin NCAP, meanwhile, boasts ABS, four airbags and Isofix child-seat anchors as standard. And, likely more importantly, this version also boasts “extra structural reinforcements” compared to the Indian model tested by Global NCAP last year.
In the embedded Twitter video below, note the stark difference in safety performance between the India-built and Brazil-built Kwids during their respective crash-tests…
3 stars for the latest Renault Kwid built in Brazil & crash tested by @LatinNCAP, compared to zero stars for the original Kwid made in India. https://t.co/47XfeRuGmC #safercarsforindia pic.twitter.com/Mf9nOLjso1
— GlobalNCAP (@GlobalNCAP) November 16, 2017
Latin NCAP reported that the Brazilian-spec Kwid “showed an adequate frontal protection and marginal side-impact protection, with weak protection to the chest of the adult but enough to reach a solid three stars in adult occupant protection”.
The crash-test authority added that the Kwid’s side-impact structure “prevented massive intrusion of the side-impact barrier, which combined with the side thorax airbag could keep the adult injuries below the high probability of life-threatening injuries”.
The child occupants, meanwhile, enjoyed “adequate and good protection during the front and side crash tests” thanks to the child restraint system that was installed using the Isofix and top-tether anchorages.
Latin NCAP also noted that the Kwid tested lacked an airbag deactivation option up front, while also doing without three-point seatbelts.
“It is good to see how fast manufacturers can react from the first-ever tested Kwid to this three-star Brazilian-made Kwid. It is encouraging to see car-makers reacting to Latin NCAP’s, Global NCAP’s and consumers’ preferences for better safety performance, even in entry level cars,” said Alejandro Furas, secretary general of Latin NCAP.
Here’s hoping some of these improvements will be rolled out to the South African market soon.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/reinforced-renault-kwid-undergoes-latin-ncap-test/
