Renault has launched the up to date 2027 Kwid in Brazil, simply days after the facelifted hatchback was spotted undisguised. That is the second main facelift for current-generation Kwid and brings comparatively modest exterior revisions however a considerably upgraded cabin.
Renault Kwid has been on sale in Brazil since 2017 and has crossed 5 lakh unit gross sales within the nation. Greater than 8 lakh models have additionally been produced at Renault’s Ayrton Senna manufacturing advanced in São José dos Pinhais, together with automobiles destined for exports.
2027 Renault Kwid – What’s New?
Exterior modifications are concentrated primarily on the entrance. Renault has redesigned the bumper with sharper detailing, whereas the grille will get a gloss black remedy and incorporates the corporate’s newest design id. Total physique form and proportions stay unchanged.
LED daytime operating lights and a shark-fin antenna at the moment are supplied throughout the vary. Modifications on the rear are comparatively delicate, with revised rear lights that includes clear lenses and black inner components. Reversing digicam has additionally been repositioned and built-in into the Renault emblem. High-spec Outsider variant will get extra visible differentiation by way of a dual-tone roof, new graphics, physique cladding and 14-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels.
New Dashboard With Two Screens
The most important transformation is on the within. Renault has fully redesigned Kwid’s dashboard, making the 2027 mannequin look significantly extra fashionable than its predecessor. Larger variants additionally get a brand new multifunction steering wheel, two USB Kind-C ports, reversing digicam and electrically adjustable ORVMs.
A brand new 7-inch TFT digital instrument cluster is accompanied by a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system positioned alongside it. The bigger Media Evolution infotainment system helps wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Renault has retained onerous plastics contemplating Kwid’s positioning as an inexpensive hatchback, however modifications to textures, upholstery and trim are supposed to enhance the general cabin expertise. Techno variant will get blue material upholstery, whereas Outsider variant combines material and artificial supplies for a special look.
Similar 1.0-Litre Engine
There aren’t any main mechanical modifications with this facelift. Brazilian-spec 2027 Kwid continues with its 1.0-litre, three-cylinder SCe flex-fuel engine. Operating on flex gasoline, it produces 71 hp and 98 Nm of torque, whereas petrol output stands at 68 hp and 92 Nm. A 5-speed guide gearbox stays commonplace, sending energy to the entrance wheels.
Kwid continues to profit from its light-weight development. Claimed petrol mileage stands at 14.4 km/l within the metropolis and as much as 15.4 km/l on the freeway underneath Brazilian testing requirements. Boot capability stays unchanged at 290 litres and expands to round 1,100 litres with the rear seat folded.
2027 Renault Kwid Costs
Renault is providing three variants – Evolution, Techno and Outsider. Evolution variant begins at BRL 71,090 (Rs 13.19 lakh). Techno is priced at BRL 75,990 (Rs 14.10 lakh) whereas range-topping Outsider variant is priced at BRL 84,890 (15.75 lakh). Customary gear on Evolution contains 4 airbags, ESC, traction management, hill-start help, rear parking sensors, air con, electrical energy steering and tyre-pressure monitoring.
May New Kwid Come To India?
The Brazil launch is especially fascinating from an Indian perspective since Kwid was initially developed across the CMF-A structure with India taking part in an vital function within the mannequin’s story. Renault at present sells Kwid in India alongside Duster, Triber and Kiger.
Whereas Renault has not introduced this 2027 facelift for the Indian market, the intensive inside improve might doubtlessly give Kwid a much-needed refresh if launched right here. With Renault getting ready a broader product offensive in India, led by new-generation Duster, it stays to be seen whether or not the up to date Kwid can even develop into a part of the corporate’s plans for the Indian market.
