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Eight people, including a child of approximately two-years-old, sustained minor to moderate injuries when two vehicles collided on Steve Biko Road outside the Steve Biko Hospital in Pretoria.
Shortly after 7am, an off-duty paramedic from ER24 came across the collision and called for assistance.
One of the vehicles was found against a tree next to the intersection while the other was found in the middle of the intersection. Five people, including a child, were found near the vehicle against the tree.
Three other people were found near the vehicle in the middle of the road.
They were all treated for their injuries and later transported to the Tshwane District Hospital.
The exact circumstances surrounding the collision is not yet known.
Source: https://er24.info/pretoria-eight-injured-collision-steve-biko-road/
So just what is the purpose of fitting the Renault Kwid with a driver-side airbag (no such luck for a front seat passenger though), if the body structure is unstable & crumples in a low-speed impact, just like an empty Castle Lager tin being crushed in the hand of a Blue Bulls supporter at Loftus?
Shortly after 7am, an off-duty paramedic from ER24 came across the collision and called for assistance.
One of the vehicles was found against a tree next to the intersection while the other was found in the middle of the intersection. Five people, including a child, were found near the vehicle against the tree.
Three other people were found near the vehicle in the middle of the road.
They were all treated for their injuries and later transported to the Tshwane District Hospital.
The exact circumstances surrounding the collision is not yet known.
Source: https://er24.info/pretoria-eight-injured-collision-steve-biko-road/
So just what is the purpose of fitting the Renault Kwid with a driver-side airbag (no such luck for a front seat passenger though), if the body structure is unstable & crumples in a low-speed impact, just like an empty Castle Lager tin being crushed in the hand of a Blue Bulls supporter at Loftus?
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So just what is the purpose of fitting the Renault Kwid with a driver-side airbag (no such luck for a front seat passenger though), if the body structure is unstable & crumples in a low-speed impact, just like an empty Castle Lager tin being crushed in the hand of a Blue Bulls supporter at Loftus?
Modern cars are designed to do that, as it absorbs energy.
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I was referring to the massive kink in the roof and the buckling of the driver door frame & windscreen & A-pillar area, and not the 'crumple zone' impact deformation damage to the frontal area of the Kwid.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POu7EedyFbw
See report below:
The Renault Kwid – one of Renault’s most successful models in the Indian market - has been awarded a one-star Global NCAP crash test rating despite being tested under NCAP's two-tier testing system as the safest model in the range.
Renault applied a series of improvements to the Kwid since it was initially tested, when it scored a zero-star rating from NCAP.
It has since submitted the version with the highest level of safety for testing, and despite the changes, it still only scored one star.
In Euro NCAP’s classification, a five-star crash safety rating signifies: “Overall good performance in crash protection. Well equipped with robust crash avoidance technology”, while one star means “Marginal crash protection”.
To achieve a two-star rating in Europe, the Kwid would have had to have displayed “Nominal crash protection”, although it would still be void of any crash avoidance technology, such as automatic emergency braking.
Under the same two-level testing procedure in Europe, Global NCAP first tests a car in base spec, without the addition of any optional safety equipment, then tests it in its safest possible form.
Global NCAP technical director, Alejandro Furas, said: "Often we only test the basic model, as there is no guarantee that safety options will be bought."
In this case we wanted to demonstrate that even if manufacturers claimed that the consumer could purchase safety features, such as airbags, this would only raise the level slightly. Fundamental work needs to be done to improve the car’s safety."
"Legally it just meets the minimum UN regulations. However, in our 64kmh (40mph) test, which is a realistic, real life scenario speed, it fails. Renault would never sell a car like this in Europe or North America, and knows how to affordably make it safe."
"It would cost very little to make the car safe. Work does need to be done to the frame which would not be costly. As an example, a double airbag plus sensors and control unit would not cost more than $150 (around £115)."
"This is the fourth version of the Kwid. Our goal is to inform consumers and to make manufacturers address safety. NCAPs in other markets have had an important role in influencing the safety of the vehicle fleet. This will be the same in India."
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/...wid-scores-one-star-global-ncap-crash-testing
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All the content taken from GLOBAL NCAP & LATIN NCAP.
Renault Kwid Indian version with one airbag scored 1 Star & Body found Unstable and Brazil Version Kwid with 4 Airbags scored 3 Stars & Body found Stable.
The Brazil spec Kwid goes through side impact test also , that is mandatory requirement for all new Cars in Brazil.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POu7EedyFbw
Renault Kwid Indian version with one airbag scored 1 Star & Body found Unstable and Brazil Version Kwid with 4 Airbags scored 3 Stars & Body found Stable.
The Brazil spec Kwid goes through side impact test also , that is mandatory requirement for all new Cars in Brazil.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POu7EedyFbw
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Renault has been riding the crest of the wave recently, having launched a raft of key models, including the Kadjar and Megane, which are sterling products in their own right.
Most recently, the car maker launched the entry-level Kwid hatchback, which comes to the market to duke it out with the likes of the Datsun Go, Suzuki Celerio, Toyota Aygo and Volkswagen Up to name a few.
On face value all these models pander to a market where first-time car buyers are looking for an inexpensive, no-frills vehicle in which to get around.
Playing in this segment might seem easy for those dabbling outside this realm, but to get the best package at the price definitely takes some doing.
Most manufacturers skimp on convenience items and some even on safety equipment.
Many have come under fire in recent years, not the least of which was the Datsun Go, which scored poorly in the Global NCAP crash test.
The Kwid seems to take a leaf from the Datsun Go book — not surprising as it shares the same platform and is built at the same factory in India as the Go, thanks to the Renault-Nissan alliance.
There has been a great deal of debate around whether some manufacturers are using SA as a dumping ground of sorts for unsafe, new cars masquerading as value-for-money propositions.
The vehicle on test here is without ABS brakes and has only a driver’s airbag in its safety arsenal, which saw it score only one star at the Global NCAP crash test safety rating agency.
Renault SA says it is working on an updated model with better safety items, but we are not particularly certain about the rating it will receive.
While the ride height is good for poor road conditions such as those in India and many parts of SA, I found that the vehicle wallowed at the national speed limit, exacerbated by the narrow 155/80 13-inch tyres, which look like space saver wheels. I reckon a slightly wider tyre could remedy the situation.
Many will argue that the very reason for the Kwid and the Datsun Go is to offer cheap motoring and independence. To that end I agree.
However, there is no denying that these models are pitched mostly at young, inexperienced drivers who are arguably more likely to be involved in a crash.
I strongly believe that having the requisite safety items in a new vehicle of any form and at any price is imperative, particularly with the high prevalence of traffic lawlessness and accidents.
It would be an injustice for me to recommend the Kwid as I know Renault can offer a much safer vehicle at the price than is the case here.
Suzuki’s Celerio is priced on a par with the Kwid, but offers slightly higher safety levels. Or spend a fraction more on the Volkswagen Up, although it does offer slightly less practicality.
https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/life/motoring/2017-01-26-renault-kwid--let-down-by-lack-of-safety/
Most recently, the car maker launched the entry-level Kwid hatchback, which comes to the market to duke it out with the likes of the Datsun Go, Suzuki Celerio, Toyota Aygo and Volkswagen Up to name a few.
On face value all these models pander to a market where first-time car buyers are looking for an inexpensive, no-frills vehicle in which to get around.
Playing in this segment might seem easy for those dabbling outside this realm, but to get the best package at the price definitely takes some doing.
Most manufacturers skimp on convenience items and some even on safety equipment.
Many have come under fire in recent years, not the least of which was the Datsun Go, which scored poorly in the Global NCAP crash test.
The Kwid seems to take a leaf from the Datsun Go book — not surprising as it shares the same platform and is built at the same factory in India as the Go, thanks to the Renault-Nissan alliance.
There has been a great deal of debate around whether some manufacturers are using SA as a dumping ground of sorts for unsafe, new cars masquerading as value-for-money propositions.
The vehicle on test here is without ABS brakes and has only a driver’s airbag in its safety arsenal, which saw it score only one star at the Global NCAP crash test safety rating agency.
Renault SA says it is working on an updated model with better safety items, but we are not particularly certain about the rating it will receive.
While the ride height is good for poor road conditions such as those in India and many parts of SA, I found that the vehicle wallowed at the national speed limit, exacerbated by the narrow 155/80 13-inch tyres, which look like space saver wheels. I reckon a slightly wider tyre could remedy the situation.
Many will argue that the very reason for the Kwid and the Datsun Go is to offer cheap motoring and independence. To that end I agree.
However, there is no denying that these models are pitched mostly at young, inexperienced drivers who are arguably more likely to be involved in a crash.
I strongly believe that having the requisite safety items in a new vehicle of any form and at any price is imperative, particularly with the high prevalence of traffic lawlessness and accidents.
It would be an injustice for me to recommend the Kwid as I know Renault can offer a much safer vehicle at the price than is the case here.
Suzuki’s Celerio is priced on a par with the Kwid, but offers slightly higher safety levels. Or spend a fraction more on the Volkswagen Up, although it does offer slightly less practicality.
https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/life/motoring/2017-01-26-renault-kwid--let-down-by-lack-of-safety/
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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…
https://twitter.com/GlobalNCAP/status/931170607315681281
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 inertia-reel three-point seat-belts (for the rear passengers).
“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.
Watch the Latin NCAP crash-test footage below…
https://youtu.be/lbpn4wkgPSM
Source: http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/reinforced-renault-kwid-undergoes-latin-ncap-test/
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…
https://twitter.com/GlobalNCAP/status/931170607315681281
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 inertia-reel three-point seat-belts (for the rear passengers).
“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.
Watch the Latin NCAP crash-test footage below…
https://youtu.be/lbpn4wkgPSM
Source: http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/reinforced-renault-kwid-undergoes-latin-ncap-test/
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Renault Kwid Super Hero Edition launched in India
Renault has launched two new special edition versions of the Kwid. The Kwid Super Hero Edition will be available in 2 versions - Iron Man and Captain America.
The car can be ordered exclusively on Amazon.in by paying a booking amount of Rs. 9,999.
In terms of its proportions, the Kwid Super Hero Edition is identical to the standard hatchback. It measures 3,679 mm in length, 1,579 mm in width and 1,513 mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 2,422 mm. The boot capacity is 300-litres (1,115-litres with rear seats folded) and it comes with a 28-litre fuel tank.
The cars will be based on the top-spec RXT (O) variants of the regular variants.
The Iron Man theme comes with a red exterior paint and gold decals. It gets gold grille accents, front and rear scuff plates and dual-tone ORVMs finished in red and gold while the door mouldings get 'Invincible' insignia.
The interior is finished in black and comes with a dual-tone gold and gloss black gear knob (only on the manual version) and steering wheel with red accents and red stitching. The centre console gets a red trim and there are gold accents on the door panels.
The Captain America theme consists of red and blue graphics on a white base colour with red grille accents and front and rear scuff plates. The ORVM housings are finished in red and white and the door mouldings feature 'Super Soldier' insignia.
On the inside, the car gets black interiors with a blue centre fascia surround. The steering wheel gets blue accents and red stitching. The door panels get red trim accents while the gear lever in the manual version gets red and gloss black trim.
Both versions come with new 6-spoke, 13-inch alloy wheels finished in silver and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
The special editions are mechanically identical to the standard Kwid 1.0L. The 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine delivers 67 BHP @ 5,500 rpm and a peak torque of 91 Nm @ 4,250 rpm. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT.
The Kwid Super Hero Edition comes equipped with safety features like driver side airbag and seat belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters.
Source: https://www.team-bhp.com/news/renault-kwid-super-hero-edition-launched
Renault has launched two new special edition versions of the Kwid. The Kwid Super Hero Edition will be available in 2 versions - Iron Man and Captain America.
The car can be ordered exclusively on Amazon.in by paying a booking amount of Rs. 9,999.
In terms of its proportions, the Kwid Super Hero Edition is identical to the standard hatchback. It measures 3,679 mm in length, 1,579 mm in width and 1,513 mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 2,422 mm. The boot capacity is 300-litres (1,115-litres with rear seats folded) and it comes with a 28-litre fuel tank.
The cars will be based on the top-spec RXT (O) variants of the regular variants.
The Iron Man theme comes with a red exterior paint and gold decals. It gets gold grille accents, front and rear scuff plates and dual-tone ORVMs finished in red and gold while the door mouldings get 'Invincible' insignia.
The interior is finished in black and comes with a dual-tone gold and gloss black gear knob (only on the manual version) and steering wheel with red accents and red stitching. The centre console gets a red trim and there are gold accents on the door panels.
The Captain America theme consists of red and blue graphics on a white base colour with red grille accents and front and rear scuff plates. The ORVM housings are finished in red and white and the door mouldings feature 'Super Soldier' insignia.
On the inside, the car gets black interiors with a blue centre fascia surround. The steering wheel gets blue accents and red stitching. The door panels get red trim accents while the gear lever in the manual version gets red and gloss black trim.
Both versions come with new 6-spoke, 13-inch alloy wheels finished in silver and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
The special editions are mechanically identical to the standard Kwid 1.0L. The 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine delivers 67 BHP @ 5,500 rpm and a peak torque of 91 Nm @ 4,250 rpm. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT.
The Kwid Super Hero Edition comes equipped with safety features like driver side airbag and seat belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters.
Source: https://www.team-bhp.com/news/renault-kwid-super-hero-edition-launched
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Renault SA to launch Kwid Automatic
Renault South Africa will be adding an automatic derivative of its Kwid budget car soon. Here's what we know so far.
The Renault Kwid has been a success for the brand and tallied up some impressive sales figures since its arrival on our shores towards the end of 2016. In December 2017, supposedly a quiet month for car sales, 664 units were sold, proving that the market craves affordable new cars. As it stands, the Renault Kwid is available in three guises, with one powertrain shared across the range. The range starts from R126 900 and peaks at R149 900 for the Xtreme model.
If there's one derivative missing from the range, it's one with an automatic gearbox. We've got word that Renault South Africa will be introducing an automatic gearbox to its Kwid range in early March 2018. We're not sure of the official designation as yet, but we'd speculate and call it the Renault Kwid AMT.
AMT stands for Automated Manual Transmission and the system in the Kwid does away with a conventional gearshift. Instead, a dial on the dashboard offers three modes: Reverse, Neutral and Drive. There's no clutch pedal, which should take the pain out of commuting in peak traffic...
The gear selector showing Reverse, Neutral and Drive.
The gearbox has 5 forward speeds and if past AMTs are anything to go by you're likely to have to lift off the accelerator as the car changes gear to avoid a rocking horse motion. It's not quite an automatic, but given the lack of one in the range, it's better than nothing. Located in the space where the gear shift used to be is a storage area.
The Renault Kwid is fairly specced and we suspect that Renault SA won't change the trim level. Renault's Kwid currently comes with the MediaNAV unit which features satellite navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, USB/Aux input, all of which is coordinated via a 7-inch touchscreen system.
An air conditioner and electric windows for the front passengers are standard. One of the biggest criticisms levelled at the Kwid is its lack of ABS, let alone a driver's airbag. That drawback may be unacceptable to some buyers and we don't think this new Kwid AMT will rectify this problem, at least not until later in the product lifecycle.
We'll have more details, such as the price and specification closer to the launch in the first week of March 2018.
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/renault-sa-to-launch-kwid-automatic/44602/
Renault South Africa will be adding an automatic derivative of its Kwid budget car soon. Here's what we know so far.
The Renault Kwid has been a success for the brand and tallied up some impressive sales figures since its arrival on our shores towards the end of 2016. In December 2017, supposedly a quiet month for car sales, 664 units were sold, proving that the market craves affordable new cars. As it stands, the Renault Kwid is available in three guises, with one powertrain shared across the range. The range starts from R126 900 and peaks at R149 900 for the Xtreme model.
If there's one derivative missing from the range, it's one with an automatic gearbox. We've got word that Renault South Africa will be introducing an automatic gearbox to its Kwid range in early March 2018. We're not sure of the official designation as yet, but we'd speculate and call it the Renault Kwid AMT.
AMT stands for Automated Manual Transmission and the system in the Kwid does away with a conventional gearshift. Instead, a dial on the dashboard offers three modes: Reverse, Neutral and Drive. There's no clutch pedal, which should take the pain out of commuting in peak traffic...
The gear selector showing Reverse, Neutral and Drive.
The gearbox has 5 forward speeds and if past AMTs are anything to go by you're likely to have to lift off the accelerator as the car changes gear to avoid a rocking horse motion. It's not quite an automatic, but given the lack of one in the range, it's better than nothing. Located in the space where the gear shift used to be is a storage area.
The Renault Kwid is fairly specced and we suspect that Renault SA won't change the trim level. Renault's Kwid currently comes with the MediaNAV unit which features satellite navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, USB/Aux input, all of which is coordinated via a 7-inch touchscreen system.
An air conditioner and electric windows for the front passengers are standard. One of the biggest criticisms levelled at the Kwid is its lack of ABS, let alone a driver's airbag. That drawback may be unacceptable to some buyers and we don't think this new Kwid AMT will rectify this problem, at least not until later in the product lifecycle.
We'll have more details, such as the price and specification closer to the launch in the first week of March 2018.
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/renault-sa-to-launch-kwid-automatic/44602/
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Renault Kwid AMT (Automatic) : Official Review (India)
The Renault Kwid AMT has been launched in India at a price of Rs. 4.25 lakhs (ex-Delhi).
What you'll like:
• Automatic is priced merely 30,000 rupees over the 1.0L MT! City convenience for cheap
• AMT's deliver better fuel-economy than conventional torque-converter AT's
• Distinctive styling! Looks swell for an A-segment hatchback
• Well-packaged cabin with good space, comfy seats, lots of storage & a huge 300 liter boot
• Suspension offers a comfortable ride with neutral handling. 180 mm of GC too
• Equipment in a budget car (driver's airbag, digital meter cluster, touchscreen ICE, navigation, full MID & more)
What you won't:
• A bare-bones AT! Manual mode, sport mode, creep feature & larger brake pedal are all missing
• AMT's simply lack the smoothness & shift-speed of conventional ATs
• Some essential features absent (internally adjustable ORVMs, retractable rear seatbelts etc.)
• Tyres & brakes should have been beefed up on the 1.0L AMT variant
• 28 litre fuel tank is the smallest in the segment and its 5 meter turning radius the biggest
• Renault's dealer & after-sales network is far weaker than that of Maruti & Hyundai
Source: http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/offic...nault-kwid-amt-automatic-official-review.html
Since the Renault Kwid has already been reviewed by Team-BHP, this report will only focus on changes made to the AMT variant.
Click here to check out the Kwid 1.0L manual review - http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/official-new-car-reviews/179710-renault-kwid-1-0l-official-revie.html
The Renault Kwid AMT has been launched in India at a price of Rs. 4.25 lakhs (ex-Delhi).
What you'll like:
• Automatic is priced merely 30,000 rupees over the 1.0L MT! City convenience for cheap
• AMT's deliver better fuel-economy than conventional torque-converter AT's
• Distinctive styling! Looks swell for an A-segment hatchback
• Well-packaged cabin with good space, comfy seats, lots of storage & a huge 300 liter boot
• Suspension offers a comfortable ride with neutral handling. 180 mm of GC too
• Equipment in a budget car (driver's airbag, digital meter cluster, touchscreen ICE, navigation, full MID & more)
What you won't:
• A bare-bones AT! Manual mode, sport mode, creep feature & larger brake pedal are all missing
• AMT's simply lack the smoothness & shift-speed of conventional ATs
• Some essential features absent (internally adjustable ORVMs, retractable rear seatbelts etc.)
• Tyres & brakes should have been beefed up on the 1.0L AMT variant
• 28 litre fuel tank is the smallest in the segment and its 5 meter turning radius the biggest
• Renault's dealer & after-sales network is far weaker than that of Maruti & Hyundai
Source: http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/offic...nault-kwid-amt-automatic-official-review.html
Since the Renault Kwid has already been reviewed by Team-BHP, this report will only focus on changes made to the AMT variant.
Click here to check out the Kwid 1.0L manual review - http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/official-new-car-reviews/179710-renault-kwid-1-0l-official-revie.html
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Renault may have issued yet another silent recall of the Kwid. This time, the carmaker is replacing a faulty accelerator pedal and sensor that may cause sudden increase in speed and engine RPM.
Renault hasn't formally announced a recall and neither has the carmaker disclosed the number of cars affected by this issue.
However, a Renault service adviser has confirmed that it is a "known issue" and that recently, some Kwid owners have reported about the unintentional acceleration.
As this is a critical safety issue, owners should get their car checked at the nearest Renault service centre if the malfunction light in the instrument panel stays on even after starting the engine.
To fix this issue, Renault service centres are replacing the accelerator pedal and sensor free of cost. It also requires ECU programming which is being done at no additional cost to the owner.
It is the second time this year that Renault has recalled the Kwid. In January 2018, the 800 cc version of the Kwid (not sold in SA) was recalled for a steering system issue.
Source: https://www.team-bhp.com/news/renault-replacing-faulty-accelerator-pedal-kwid
Renault hasn't formally announced a recall and neither has the carmaker disclosed the number of cars affected by this issue.
However, a Renault service adviser has confirmed that it is a "known issue" and that recently, some Kwid owners have reported about the unintentional acceleration.
As this is a critical safety issue, owners should get their car checked at the nearest Renault service centre if the malfunction light in the instrument panel stays on even after starting the engine.
To fix this issue, Renault service centres are replacing the accelerator pedal and sensor free of cost. It also requires ECU programming which is being done at no additional cost to the owner.
It is the second time this year that Renault has recalled the Kwid. In January 2018, the 800 cc version of the Kwid (not sold in SA) was recalled for a steering system issue.
Source: https://www.team-bhp.com/news/renault-replacing-faulty-accelerator-pedal-kwid
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And Park?
Not really an Auto. Think of it as a smart gearbox in an auto set-up.
So I guess it will be N instead of Park and then switch off/on.
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Oh ok. All automitcs I have seen always had a Park option.
Yes, if I understand this AMT thing it changes gear if you take your foot off the accelerator and either changes up by pushing down on fuel again or down shifts if you brake. I myself have never driven one of these AMTs so not 100% sure. Definitely not an Auto in the true sense of the word.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Semi-automatic_transmission
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Renault Kwid wins three stars at Latin NCAP
After receiving reinforcements in its structure to avoid the poor performance in safety tests of the Indian version, the Renault Kwid manufactured in Brazil has won three stars in the protection of adults and three others in the protection of children.
These results were released by Latin NCAP, which tested the version sold in our market.
Overall, the result was rated as good, considering that this is one of the most affordable models on the market.
At the official presentation, representatives of Latin NCAP praised "the good work done by Renault for the region" in Latin America.
But there are caveats.
Improved security over the Indian version does not make Kwid a benchmark for security. That's because the tests pointed to "weak" safety for the driver's chest in the event of a side collision. This is the second worst level on a five-step safety scale.
In a front-end collision, the driver's chest and leg protection is "marginal" (the third worst) and is only considered "good" (the best) for the driver's front and passenger's head, as well as the driver's feet.
On the scale from 0 to 34 points, the Kwid earned 22.85 in safety for adults. The protection of children, ranging from 0 to 49, the model totaled 33.87 points.
In the frontal impact, the structure was considered good, even in the feet area. The knee region presented risk points for injuries to passengers.
The children were well protected because both were in strollers attached to the Isofix system.
The poor performance was due to the lateral impact, when there was "some penetration of the cart [that simulates a collision vehicle] in the structure" of the Kwid.
At least the car's B-column offered some protection to compensate for cabin intrusion. Latin NCAP, however, has criticized the protection of side airbags.
"Airbag protection was poor, not as good as expected, and the structural level was to be expected to perform better," the agency said.
Methodology
Latin NCAP performs the crash tests of vehicles sold by automakers or acquired from the sponsorship of institutions that support the program. The frontal collision, for example, is performed at 64 km / h against a decentralized deformable barrier, which reaches 40% of the front of the vehicle.
After the impact, sensors measure the effects of the crash on adult-sized mannequins (which occupy the front seats) and two others that simulate the presence of a child of three years and another of a year and six months in the rear seats.
In 2014, Latin NCAP increased the requirement of assessment for child occupants. Now, a new infant dummy technology is used to represent children aged three years and 18 months.
In addition, the program now also takes into account the ease of installation of child restraint equipment. For the agency, the adoption of Isofix anchorage systems is key to reducing the likelihood of improper installation and generally improves the dynamic performance of vehicles.
Source: http://revistaautoesporte.globo.com...ro-conquista-tres-estrelas-no-latin-ncap.html - (use Google Translate for the English text version)
After receiving reinforcements in its structure to avoid the poor performance in safety tests of the Indian version, the Renault Kwid manufactured in Brazil has won three stars in the protection of adults and three others in the protection of children.
These results were released by Latin NCAP, which tested the version sold in our market.
Overall, the result was rated as good, considering that this is one of the most affordable models on the market.
At the official presentation, representatives of Latin NCAP praised "the good work done by Renault for the region" in Latin America.
But there are caveats.
Improved security over the Indian version does not make Kwid a benchmark for security. That's because the tests pointed to "weak" safety for the driver's chest in the event of a side collision. This is the second worst level on a five-step safety scale.
In a front-end collision, the driver's chest and leg protection is "marginal" (the third worst) and is only considered "good" (the best) for the driver's front and passenger's head, as well as the driver's feet.
On the scale from 0 to 34 points, the Kwid earned 22.85 in safety for adults. The protection of children, ranging from 0 to 49, the model totaled 33.87 points.
In the frontal impact, the structure was considered good, even in the feet area. The knee region presented risk points for injuries to passengers.
The children were well protected because both were in strollers attached to the Isofix system.
The poor performance was due to the lateral impact, when there was "some penetration of the cart [that simulates a collision vehicle] in the structure" of the Kwid.
At least the car's B-column offered some protection to compensate for cabin intrusion. Latin NCAP, however, has criticized the protection of side airbags.
"Airbag protection was poor, not as good as expected, and the structural level was to be expected to perform better," the agency said.
Methodology
Latin NCAP performs the crash tests of vehicles sold by automakers or acquired from the sponsorship of institutions that support the program. The frontal collision, for example, is performed at 64 km / h against a decentralized deformable barrier, which reaches 40% of the front of the vehicle.
After the impact, sensors measure the effects of the crash on adult-sized mannequins (which occupy the front seats) and two others that simulate the presence of a child of three years and another of a year and six months in the rear seats.
In 2014, Latin NCAP increased the requirement of assessment for child occupants. Now, a new infant dummy technology is used to represent children aged three years and 18 months.
In addition, the program now also takes into account the ease of installation of child restraint equipment. For the agency, the adoption of Isofix anchorage systems is key to reducing the likelihood of improper installation and generally improves the dynamic performance of vehicles.
Source: http://revistaautoesporte.globo.com...ro-conquista-tres-estrelas-no-latin-ncap.html - (use Google Translate for the English text version)
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Renault SA Adds ‘Automated Manual’ To Kwid Line-Up
Renault South Africa has expanded its local Kwid range with the introduction of a new automated manual variant in Dynamique trim.
Priced at R146 900 (that makes it R10 000 more than the five-speed manual derivative), the Kwid AMT is fitted with a five-speed automated manual gearbox (similar to the unit used in the Suzuki Celerio 1,0 GL) rather than a conventional torque converter or continuously variable transmission. It launches as the cheapest automatic vehicle in South Africa, undercutting the Celerio by some R20 000.
Mated to the same naturally aspirated 1,0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine (with 50 kW and 91 N.m) as the manual derivatives, the Kwid AMT features a dash-mounted dial (rather than a gear-lever) with three modes: reverse, neutral and drive.
Renault says “an advanced control unit automatically optimises gear shifting in accordance with driving conditions for smooth and regular acceleration”.
The Kwid AMT is equipped with a driver’s airbag, but does without ABS (an issue we highlighted in our road test of the manual model). A five-year/150 000 km warranty is included. In addition, the Dynamique trim level comes with a touchscreen-based infotainment system with built-in navigation.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/renault-sa-adds-automated-manual-to-kwid-line-up/
Renault South Africa has expanded its local Kwid range with the introduction of a new automated manual variant in Dynamique trim.
Priced at R146 900 (that makes it R10 000 more than the five-speed manual derivative), the Kwid AMT is fitted with a five-speed automated manual gearbox (similar to the unit used in the Suzuki Celerio 1,0 GL) rather than a conventional torque converter or continuously variable transmission. It launches as the cheapest automatic vehicle in South Africa, undercutting the Celerio by some R20 000.
Mated to the same naturally aspirated 1,0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine (with 50 kW and 91 N.m) as the manual derivatives, the Kwid AMT features a dash-mounted dial (rather than a gear-lever) with three modes: reverse, neutral and drive.
Renault says “an advanced control unit automatically optimises gear shifting in accordance with driving conditions for smooth and regular acceleration”.
The Kwid AMT is equipped with a driver’s airbag, but does without ABS (an issue we highlighted in our road test of the manual model). A five-year/150 000 km warranty is included. In addition, the Dynamique trim level comes with a touchscreen-based infotainment system with built-in navigation.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/renault-sa-adds-automated-manual-to-kwid-line-up/
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