One of the most active car manufacturers in Mzansi has got to be Renault. They have a strong vehicle line-up covering almost every area of the market and it certainly shows as they continue to grow. It’s no wonder then that the French’s new offering is the back to basics, entry-level challenger, the Renault KWID.
Positioned perfectly as the entry-level no fuss, hassle free commuter, the KWID is certainly ready to put you in the driver’s seat.
With affordability as the starting point, the Renault KWID ticks that box perfectly, but busts the mould of cheap and cheerful thanks to the creature comforts housed as standard in the car. Some of the niceties include a seven-inch navigation/multi-media system with touchscreen display available in our Dynamique spec test car. This system is easy to use and is a valued starting point for entry level purchasers. Throw into the mix a driver airbag, aircon as standard and electric windows and the funky KWID quickly wins votes.
Stepping inside the cabin, the large spacious interior sets the Renault KWID apart from the competitors and the petite, yet nippy 1-litre powertrain is a surefire. With 50kW of power and 91Nm of torque from the three-cylinder engine with a five-speed manual gearbox, this Renault is anything but sluggish and delivers good all round performance with good returns on fuel consumption too.
The lightweight body and perfectly tuned motor means the Renault sips 4.71 litres/100km from its 28 litre fuel tank.
Renault managed to capture the essence of city living and driving in the KWID. It’s small in size, but deceivingly big inside and trimmed in practical fabrics, textures and plastics that are all of a high and standard. Boot size double the average while leg and headroom is exemplary.
Renault is marketing the car for exactly what it is. A youthful, affordable option to get into the motoring game and with a five-year/ 150 000km mechanical warranty plus 12 months of comprehensive insurance on the car for free – a saving of around R8000. Read our article on 5 reasons KWID beats the competition.
| Base Price | R119 990 |
| Engine Capacity | 999 cm³ |
| No. Of Cylinders | 3-cylinders |
| Aspiration | Natural |
| Power | 50kW at 5 500 r/min |
| Torque | 91Nm at 4 250 r/min |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Drive type | Front-wheel drive |
| Top Speed | 152 km/h |
| Service Plan | Optional |
| Warranty: | 5-yr/150 000 km |
