Renault has launched the MY2022 Kwid at a starting price of Rs 4.50 lakh (ex-showroom). Alongside the update for the new model year, the Kwid is now available in a new trim – RXL(O). It sits above the base RXL and below the RXT trim. The hatchback has been a volume driver for Renault ever since its launch in 2015, with more than 4 lakh units sold.
Mild updates have been made to the car cosmetically. The Kwid Climber sports new decals, new wheel covers and refreshed upholstery. The Renault Kwid gets two new colour options – Metal Mustard and Ice Cool White, with dual-tone black roof. While the mid and top trims get plastic wheel covers, the Climber gets new dual-tone wheel covers that mimic the appearance of alloy wheels.
Inside, the car remains the same but gets a seat belt pyrotech and load-limiter as standard. The 8-inch touch infotainment system with Apple Carplay and Android Auto, voice command, electrically folding ORVMS, reverse parking camera, digital instrument cluster and other features remain the same. Safety wise, the Kwid has dual airbags, ABS with EBD and seat belt reminder. The new RXL(O) gets front power windows rear parcel shelf, intermittent setting wipers, single-DIN stereo with Bluetooth, USB and AUX, front speakers on top of the base trim.
The Renault Kwid continues to be offered with two engine options. A 0.8-litre unit producing 54bhp and 72Nm of torque, and a 1.0-litre unit producing 68bhp and 91Nm of torque. The smaller one is only available with a manual gearbox while the larger can also be specced with an AMT.
Prices for the 2022 Renault Kwid start at Rs 4.50 lakh for the 0.8-litre RXL trim. The new RXL(O) is priced at Rs 4.74 lakh for the 0.8-litre and Rs 4.84 lakh for the 1.0-litre. The top-spec Climber Easy-R is priced at Rs 5.84 lakh (all prices ex-showroom). At this price point, the Kwid rivals the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso and Alto.
Keyword: 2022 Renault Kwid launched at Rs 4.50 lakh