After a long wait Renault has finally launched its much-awaited compact SUV Renault Kiger which quite closely resembles the concept car shown in November 2020. The car has been given a much sporty and agile look which will be liked by most of the audience.
Let’s now get to the juicy part, the Details of the car.
Renault Kiger Exterior and Interior
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 3991mm |
| Width | 1750mm |
| Height | 1600mm |
| Wheel Base | 2500mm |
| Ground Clearance | 205mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1012Kg |
| Fuel Tank Volume | 40L |
The new Renault Kiger is built on the same CMF A+ platform as its cousin Nissan Magnite and also resembles the Magnite in many interior sections which we will be taking later on. Other than that, the car also gets a new Tri-beam projector headlamp which if said the least is quite a new unique design, sleek looking LED DRLs which site right above the headlamps, a sporty front bumper, 3-stroke mid-split chrome grille, lower mid-centered air damps, chrome roof rails, a shark fin antenna, rear C-shaped taillights and large 16-inch diamond cut alloy wheels.
As for the interior the new Renault Kiger insides resembles many similarities to its cousin Nissan Magnite like the same size and design of its 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, similar designed HVAC controls, similar door interior, same 3-spoke steering wheel design and many other design aspects, digital instrument cluster, dual glove box etc.
Other than these the car also get a large 405 litre boot space, option of opting for a black roof which will allow customers to get a dual-tone exterior. The new Kiger will be available in 6 different colour options.
Powertrain options
The engine of the Kiger can also be deemed as Magnite inspired with the same engine configuration as the Magnite which are present in two variations one being the turbo charged version and other a normal petrol version. The specs of both the engine options are as follows –
| Standard version | Turbocharged version | |
| Displacement | 999cc | 999cc |
| Engine Type | 3-cylinder 1.0-L petrol engine | 3-cylinder 1.0-L turbocharged petrol engine |
| Power | 72Ps | 100Ps |
| Torque | 96Nm | 160Nm |
| Gearbox | 5-speed Manual 5-speed AMT | 5-speed Manual 5-speed CVT automatic |