Renault Kwid
Renault’s entry hatchback, simplified in 2026 to two trims and a single 1.0 petrol, with an SUV-style stance and 184 mm of ground clearance. It suits first-time buyers and city commuters on a tight budget who want an 8-inch touchscreen and an AMT option for under ₹5.65 lakh.
- Seating
- 5
- Engine
- 999 cc
- Mileage
- 21.46–22.3 km/l
- Prices from ₹4.53 lakh to ₹5.61 lakh
- 184 mm ground clearance
- 279-litre boot, large for the class
- AMT on both trims, claimed 22.3 km/l
- 6 airbags on the Climber
- Dealer-fitted CNG kit for ₹70,449
- Climber₹5.15 lakh
For about ₹62,000 more than Evolution, the Climber manual at ₹5.15 lakh adds six airbags, a rear camera, electric mirrors and steering controls. The airbags alone make it the one to buy.
- Climber₹5.15 lakh
If you want two pedals, the Climber AMT at ₹5.61 lakh keeps the six airbags and adds hill start assist. It is one of the cheapest automatics in India with six airbags.
- Maruti Suzuki Celerio₹4.70 – 6.75 lakh
- Maruti Suzuki Alto K10₹3.70 – 5.45 lakh
- Maruti Suzuki S-Presso₹3.50 – 5.27 lakh
Renault Kwid specifications
- Mileage (ARAI)21.46–22.3 km/l
- TransmissionManual, AMT
- Body typeHatchback
- Fuel typePetrol, CNG
- Engine999 cc
- Seating capacity5
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| Engines | 1.0 petrol |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | Manual, AMT |
| Power | 68 PS |
| Torque | 91 Nm |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 21.46–22.3 km/l |
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 3731 mm |
| Width | 1579 mm |
| Height | 1474 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2422 mm |
| Ground clearance | 184 mm |
| Boot space | 279 litres |
| Fuel tank | 28 litres |
Renault Kwid variants: price and features
- Base variantKwid
Evolution
₹4.53 lakhOn-road priceKey features- 8-inch touchscreen
- Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- LED DRLs
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- 8-inch touchscreen
- Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- LED DRLs
- Keyless entry
- Dual airbags
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Evolution
₹4.90 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.37 lakh more than Evolution for- 5-speed AMT with rotary selector
- Hill-hold assist
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- 5-speed AMT with rotary selector
- Hill-hold assist
- 8-inch touchscreen
- LED DRLs
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Climber
₹5.15 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.25 lakh more than Evolution for- 6 airbags
- Rear parking camera
- Electric mirrors
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- 6 airbags
- Rear parking camera
- Electric mirrors
- Steering audio controls
- Dual-tone wheel covers
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Evolution
₹5.23 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.08 lakh more than Climber for- Dealer-fitted CNG kit
- 8-inch touchscreen
- LED DRLs
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- Dealer-fitted CNG kit
- 8-inch touchscreen
- LED DRLs
- Keyless entry
- Kwid
Climber
₹5.61 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.38 lakh more than Evolution for- 6 airbags
- Rear parking camera
- Hill-hold assist
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- 6 airbags
- Rear parking camera
- Hill-hold assist
- Electric mirrors
- Steering audio controls
- Top variantKwid
Climber
₹5.85 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.24 lakh more than Climber for- Dealer-fitted CNG kit
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- Dealer-fitted CNG kit
- 6 airbags
- Rear parking camera
- Electric mirrors
Our verdict on the Kwid
The Kwid is a lot of car for very little money. It looks like a small SUV, has 184 mm of ground clearance and a 279-litre boot, and even the base car gets an 8-inch touchscreen. But it is light and simple underneath, and the three-cylinder 1.0 is adequate rather than strong. The Climber is the only version we would buy, because it gets six airbags and a rear camera for about ₹62,000 over the Evolution. If you can stretch to ₹6 lakh or more, a Maruti Celerio or Tata Tiago gives you a more substantial car.
Good things
- Among the cheapest cars in India, from ₹4.53 lakh
- 184 mm ground clearance and an SUV-like stance
- 279-litre boot, generous for its size
- AMT available on both trims
Could be better
- Base Evolution has only two airbags; six need the Climber
- 68 PS three-cylinder feels stretched on highways and with a full load
- CNG is a dealer-fitted kit, not a factory option
- Feels lightly built next to slightly pricier rivals
Renault Kwid colours and photos
- Ice Cool White
- Moonlight Silver
- Fiery Red
- Zanskar Blue
- Outback Bronze
- Ice Cool White With Mystery Black Roof
- Fiery Red With Mystery Black Roof
- Moonlight Silver With Mystery Black Roof
- Zanskar Blue With Mystery Black Roof
Renault Kwid: the cheap car that looks like an SUV
The Kwid is Renault’s smallest car in India. The 2026 facelift brought a new Renault logo, new wheel covers and a simpler line-up of two trims, Evolution and Climber, both with a five-speed manual or AMT. Prices dropped slightly and now run from ₹4.53 lakh to ₹5.61 lakh ex-showroom. Renault also cut the price of every version at the update.
There is one engine, a 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol of about 68 PS and 91 Nm. Claimed economy is 21.46 km/l for the manual and 22.3 km/l for the AMT. Renault dealers can fit an approved CNG kit to manual cars for ₹70,449. The AMT uses a rotary gear selector on the dashboard, which frees up space between the front seats.
Ground clearance is 184 mm and the boot holds 279 litres. Every Kwid has an 8-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, LED DRLs and keyless entry. The Climber adds six airbags, a rear camera, electric mirrors and dual-tone styling. The AMT versions also get hill start assist. The Kwid uses 14-inch steel wheels on every version.
Which variant should you buy?
Climber. The ₹62,000 premium over Evolution buys six airbags instead of two, a rear camera, electric mirrors and steering controls. We would not buy the Evolution unless the budget is completely fixed.
Manual or AMT?
The AMT costs ₹37,000 more on Evolution and ₹46,000 more on Climber. It makes city driving easier and claims slightly better economy. It is slow to shift, but at this price it is good value.
Should you fit the CNG kit?
Only if you drive a lot. The kit costs ₹70,449, is fitted by the dealer with Renault’s approval and is offered on manual cars. It cuts fuel cost but takes boot space and some power. For under 1,000 km a month, stay with petrol.
How does it compare with the Maruti Alto K10?
The Alto K10 is lighter, very frugal and backed by Maruti’s huge service network. The Kwid has more ground clearance, a bigger boot and a larger screen. Both are basic cars; choose on cabin space and the dealer near you.
Kwid vs rivals
| Spec | Renault Kwid₹4.53 – 5.85 lakh | Maruti Suzuki Celerio₹4.70 – 6.75 lakh | Maruti Suzuki Alto K10₹3.70 – 5.45 lakh | Maruti Suzuki S-Presso₹3.50 – 5.27 lakh | Maruti Suzuki Wagon R₹4.99 – 7.24 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Fuel | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG |
| Engines | 1.0 petrol | 1.0 petrol, 1.0 CNG | 1.0 petrol, 1.0 CNG | 1.0 petrol, 1.0 CNG | 1.0 petrol, 1.2 petrol, 1.0 CNG |
| Power | 68 PS | 67 PS | 67 PS | 67 PS | 67–90 PS |
| Gearbox | Manual, AMT | Manual, AMT | Manual, AMT | Manual, AMT | Manual, AMT |
| Mileage | 21.46–22.3 km/l | 24.97–26.00 km/l (petrol), 34.43 km/kg (CNG) | 24.39–24.9 km/l, 33.4 km/kg CNG | 24.12–25.30 km/l, 32.73 km/kg CNG | 23.56–25.19 km/l |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | 279 litres | 313 litres | 214 litres | 240 litres | 341 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Kwid vs Celerio | Kwid vs Alto K10 | Kwid vs S-Presso | Kwid vs Wagon R |
Renault Kwid mileage
- 999 cc, PetrolManual
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 21.46 km/l
- Variants
- 2
- 999 cc, PetrolAMT
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 22.3 km/l
- Variants
- 2
- 999 cc, CNGManual
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 21.46–22.3 km/l
- Variants
- 2
Renault Kwid on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹4.96 – 6.39 lakh
- Mumbai₹5.29 – 6.63 lakh
- Bengaluru₹5.44 – 7.06 lakh
- Chennai₹5.33 – 6.91 lakh
- Kolkata₹5.24 – 6.74 lakh
- Bhopal₹5.14 – 6.62 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Kwid EMI
₹7,609 a month
On ₹4.53 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹0.91 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹0.94 lakh.
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Renault Kwid FAQ
What is the price of the Renault Kwid in India?
The Renault Kwid costs ₹4.53 to 5.85 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Renault Kwid come with?
The Renault Kwid is sold with petrol and CNG power (1.0 petrol).
What is the mileage of the Renault Kwid?
The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Renault Kwid is 21.46–22.3 km/l.
How many people can the Renault Kwid seat?
The Renault Kwid is a 5-seater hatchback.
What is the length of the Renault Kwid?
The Renault Kwid is 3731 mm long, 1579 mm wide and 1474 mm tall, with a 2422 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Renault Kwid have?
The Renault Kwid has 279 litres of boot space.
Does the Renault Kwid come with an automatic gearbox?
The Renault Kwid is offered with manual, amt gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the Renault Kwid?
The Renault Kwid has 184 mm of ground clearance.
Which Renault Kwid variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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