Renault Kiger: A Muscular and Safe Compact SUV
The Renault Kiger stands out as a muscular and well-equipped compact SUV. It boasts a four-star safety rating, making it a reliable choice for families. This article explores the top model, the RXT, in a striking black color.
Variants and Price
The Renault Kiger is available in several variants, starting with the base RXE, followed by RXL, RXT Optional, and the top-tier RXT. The price range for the Kiger starts from approximately 6.5 lakh rupees and goes up to about 12 lakh rupees for the top model (on-road in Lucknow).
Engine and Performance
This SUV offers only petrol engine options. You can choose between a 1.0-liter non-turbo or a 1.0-liter turbo engine. The turbo engine delivers 100 PS of power and 160 Nm of torque. Both manual and automatic transmission options are available, with a CVT option for the turbo engine.
Robust Safety Features
Safety is a key highlight of the Renault Kiger, which has a four-star safety rating. It comes equipped with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), four airbags, and traction control. Other safety features include a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), reverse parking sensors, a reverse parking camera, and hill start assist. Remote central locking is also included.
Striking Exterior Design
The Kiger features a bold exterior design. The front profile includes a chrome-insert grill and a large Renault logo. LED headlights provide good visibility, complemented by DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) and indicators placed below the DRLs. It has dual wipers and a plain roof. Roof rails in a silver finish are available as an accessory. The standard door handles are not chrome, though chrome inserts are available as an accessory. The outside mirrors are body-colored, electrically adjustable, and include integrated turn indicators. The SUV has a ground clearance of approximately 205 millimeters.
From the side, the Kiger looks powerful with its 16-inch alloy wheels. The tire profile is 195/60 R16. It features disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. Black cladding along the lower body adds to its rugged appeal. At the rear, the Kiger has a muscular look with its attractive taillights. It features a rear wiper, defogger, and a high-mount stop lamp. A silver-finished spoiler on the roof adds to its sporty stance. The rear bumper includes reflectors and three reverse parking sensors. A wide skid plate enhances its rear profile.
The Renault Kiger is available in a range of colors including black, red, silver, grey, white, brown, and orange.
Comfortable and Feature-Rich Interior
Inside, the Renault Kiger offers a comfortable cabin with a black interior theme. The seats are made of fabric and feature red stitching. The driver’s seat is height-adjustable. The steering wheel can be adjusted for tilt.
The dashboard features an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with applications for vehicle settings and drive modes. It supports USB, Bluetooth, and Android Auto connectivity. The system also displays the view from the reverse parking camera. Other features include automatic climate control, a wireless charging pad, and a push-button start/stop. The car provides a five-speed manual gearbox, and an automatic CVT option is also available. There are also different drive modes and ambient lighting that glows white at night.
The Kiger offers practical storage solutions, including a handbrake, an armrest with storage and two cup holders, and a large glove box with multiple compartments. The passenger sun visor includes a vanity mirror.
Boot Space and Dimensions
The Renault Kiger offers a boot space of 450 liters, complete with a parcel tray. The rear seats can be folded in a 60:40 ratio for more cargo room. The spare wheel is a 14-inch steel wheel, located below the boot.
The car measures 3991 millimeters in length, 1750 millimeters in width, and 1605 millimeters in height. It has a wheelbase of approximately 2500 millimeters. The fuel tank capacity is 40 liters.
Warranty
Renault provides a standard warranty of 2 years or 50,000 kilometers for the Kiger, which can be extended.
Competition
The Renault Kiger competes with other compact SUVs like the Nissan Magnite and Hyundai Exter, offering strong competition in terms of looks and safety.
