The Renault Kwid Thread (Kwid Lovers)

New Renault Kwid is here: South African pricing & specs

Renault’s facelifted Kwid has hit South African streets, starting at R144 900 and sporting a fresh look, improved safety and new cabin electronics.

While the Kwid has always carried some SUV inspiration in its styling, this is further reinforced with the new model, which gets a fashionable two-tier headlight design, with ‘silver streak’ LED daytime running lights flanking the restyled grille. As it often goes with facelifts, the changes are more subtle round back but you will notice new taillight clusters featuring C-shaped LED light guides. Renault has also added a bright new colour to the menu, in the form of Zanskar Blue.

What do you get as standard then?

The Expression base model is equipped with air conditioning, power steering, electric front windows, trip computer and a conventional two-speaker radio with Bluetooth connectivity and USB/aux inputs.

Next up, the Dynamique model adds the aforementioned touchscreen system, along with rear power windows, additional chrome garnishes and brighter seat trim with red accents.

Topping the line-up is the Kwid Climber, which gets Volcano Grey wheel covers, front and rear skid plates with orange inserts, arching roof rails and Climber badges on the front doors. The Climber also gains unique seat trim.

All models are sold with a five-year/150 000km mechanical warranty, one-year comprehensive insurance cover and a two-year service plan.

PRICES

1.0 Expression manual - R144 900

1.0 Expression AMT - R154 900

1.0 Dynamique manual - R154 900

1.0 Dynamique AMT - R164 900

1.0 Climber manual - R164 900

1.0 Climber AMT - R174 900

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New Renault Kwid is here: South African pricing & specs

Renault's smallest hatch gets a fresh look, improved safety and new cabin electronics for 2020.
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DRIVEN: Renault Kwid 1,0 Climber

Final thoughts

While we applaud the inclusion of ABS and dual airbags here (but had hoped for some additional structural reinforcements, too, as have been applied to the Brazilian-market model), some of our misgivings from that January 2017 road test – in which the original Kwid scored a lowly 54 out of 100 – remain. But so does the South African buying public’s enthusiasm for the nameplate. Add fresh looks, extra equipment and yet more value to the package, and the Kwid’s local sales success story looks set to continue, safety concerns or not.

FAST FACTS

Model: Renault Kwid 1,0 Climber
Price: R164 900
Engine: 1,0-litre, three-cylinder, petrol
Power: 50 kW @ 5 500 r/min
Torque: 91 N.m @ 4 250 r/min
0-100 km/h: N/A
Top Speed: 152 km/h
Fuel Consumption: 5,9 L/100 km (claimed)
CO2: 112 g/km
Transmission: Five-speed manual
Maintenance Plan: Two-year/30 000 km service plan

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DRIVEN: Renault Kwid 1,0 Climber - CAR Magazine

JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng – Notwithstanding our initial criticism, spotlighting safety concerns and making it difficult for us to recommend the Renault Kwid to readers when we... Read more →
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Renault Kwid (2019) Launch Review

In Conclusion

The Kwid is now prettier, but don’t be deceived, it’s far from perfect. Renault, however, has done a good job at keeping the Kwid’s pricing within reach of its intended target market while also expanding the automatic offering across the range which is bound to attract more buyers and Kwid sales are therefore likely to strengthen going forward. Slight changes to the wheel size and the rear axle have made minute positive changes to the handling and stability but not enough to make it a confident drive. The deal is further sweetened with Renault’s 1-year free insurance, 5-year/150 000 km warranty and 2-year/30 000 service plan.

Buyers looking for a budget car, however, are advised to take their time in considering all options available to them including shopping in the used car market, which can be done on Cars.co.za here!

New Renault Kwid- Price in South Africa

Kwid 1.0 Expression M/T - R144 900

Kwid 1.0 Expression AMT - R154 900

Kwid 1.0 Dynamique M/T - R154 900

Kwid 1.0 Dynamique AMT - R164 900

Kwid 1.0 Climber M/T - R164 900

Kwid 1.0 Climber AMT - R174 900

The Kwid is now sold with a 5-year/150 000 km warranty, 2-year/30 000 km warranty and 1-year insurance included.

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Renault Kwid (2019) Launch Review

Renault has launched a heavily-revised Kwid budget car to market and we took it for a drive at the local launch in Johannesburg this week to experience the changes in the metal… Back in 2016 when the Kwid first arrived on local soil, we knew it would be a hit with local buyers. We even
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WesBank Fuel Economy Tour: Five cities, five days, 2 500 km in a Renault Kwid

One of the first things potential new car buyers look at nowadays is fuel economy. The costs of running a vehicle are high enough already, meaning that consumers are looking to tighten their belts in whatever way possible. More and more people are buying cars for their thriftiness with fuel, often downsizing and sacrificing performance and space for the sake of frugality. However, the consumption figures that manufacturers claim are often optimistic at best. With real-world driving comes unpredictable situations; traffic, road works and even driver behaviour can alter the fuel economy drastically, especially when compared with manufacturer claims.

That's why CAR magazine takes every vehicle it tests on a 100 km mixed fuel route, in order to see how the real-world figure stacks up against what is claimed in the brochure. Often, the figure we achieve is slightly higher, but still similar. An example of this is the Mercedes-Benz C220d we tested for the June 2019 issue. The Stuttgart-based brand claims the midsize sedan is capable of sipping just 4,40 L/100 km, while we managed a still-impressive 4,90 L/100 km in realistic conditions.

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WesBank Fuel Economy Tour: Five cities, five days, 2 500 km in a Renault Kwid - CAR Magazine

One of the first things potential new car buyers look at nowadays is fuel economy. The costs of running a vehicle are high enough already,... Read more →
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DRIVEN | More Renault Kwid, more pro quo

Despite heavy criticism due to its lack of safety equipment, suspect body rigidity and languid handling, the entry-level Renault Kwid has become the French manufacturer’s best-selling model locally since it was launched here at the end of 2016.

The small crossover now contributes around 40% of the total sales for the diamond brand and more than 27 700 have found owners up until now. Now, following soon after the facelift of the Datsun Go, the Kwid has also been revamped – and now is an even more attractive value proposition.

So, with its more appealing design and enhanced array of equipment, the latest Kwid certainly presents a striking offering in the entry-level passenger car market, and in terms of sales it will probably start where the previous model left off...

And should it prove popular, perhaps Renault could start considering bringing the most affordable electric vehicles to the country, as the full-electric Renault City K-ZE, a joint venture product with Dongfeng based on the Kwid, as well as the Venucia e30, a badge engineered City K-ZE, is already available in China.

Just a thought…

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DRIVEN | More Renault Kwid, more pro quo | Life

'The overhauled Kwid now looks better and offers improved safety, higher quality interior trim, a higher equipment level and enhanced handling – all at a reasonable price', writes Ferdi de Vos.
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Impressive!

"The recently facelifted Renault Kwid climbed four places to grab third"

South Africa’s 10 best-selling passenger cars of November 2019:
1. Volkswagen Polo Vivo – 2 439
2. Volkswagen Polo hatchback – 2 038
3. Renault Kwid – 1 508
4. Ford EcoSport – 1 360
5. Ford Figo – 1 002
6. Toyota Etios – 858
7. Volkswagen T-Cross – 842
8. Kia Picanto – 733
9. Volkswagen Polo Sedan – 711
10. Toyota Fortuner – 664

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South Africa's 10 best-selling passenger cars of November 2019 - CAR Magazine

According to Naamsa, South Africa’s November 2019 new vehicle sales came in at 44 738 units, representing a fall of 5,8 percent, year on year. Here’s […]
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FiestaST said:
Why does the oke persist in calling the updated/facelifted Kwid an "all new 2nd Generation"??

Nee man, do your fact checking.
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That also puzzled me - it's actually just 'Version 1.5' with a frontal face-lift, a nip & tuck for the dashboard & slightly upgraded rear suspension - other than that, its pretty much the same design & architecture as the original model.
 
Maruti S-Presso vs Renault Kwid | AMT Comparison | ZigWheels.com

Kwid is offered with an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a digital instrument cluster, a reverse parking camera, power steering, manual AC, a rear seat armrest, a 12V charger for rear passengers and a front wiper.

And in terms of Safety features comprise of a driver airbag, ABS, front seat-belt reminder, over speeding alert system, central locking, retractable three-point rear seat-belts, front seat-belts with pre-tensioners, and child safety locks for the rear doors.

 
Maruti S-Presso vs Renault Kwid - Comparison Review | MotorBeam

The Maruti S-Presso is the latest entrant to the small car segment while the established Renault Kwid has got a major facelift.

In this video, we compare this two entry-level cars on various factors like styling, space, features. performance, comfort and a lot more to tell you which one to buy.

 
It really seems like Renault is having supply issues for the Renault Kwid Climber AMT. I've had finance approved for a mine since mid-November, but Renault can only source me one by the end of January 2020 (or beginning Feb)! Being without transport over the festive season sucks!
 
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