The launch of the refreshed Renault Kwid is expected soon. The Kwid facelift has been spied on India’s roads, and Venkatram Mamillapalle, Managing Director, Renault India mentioned the new Kwid will be part of Renault’s “rethink strategy,” at the recent launch of the Renault Kiger facelift. The current model has been on sale for nearly six years; it was last given a major update in 2019.
- Updated Y-shaped LED DRLs and tail lamps
- Larger infotainment display and new interior design
Exterior Changes
Similar headlights to the upcoming Duster
Renault’s entry-level model will get fresh Y-shaped LED DRLs, similar to the third-generation Renault Duster on sale in international markets and India-bound in 2026. Along with Y-shaped tail lamps, new bumpers and pentagonal halogen headlamps. From its appearance under camouflage, the new Kwid is likely to feature the same design elements as the Dacia Spring EVwhich was launched in Europe last year.
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The design similarities extend to the side as well, with the same edgy fenders, wheel arches, wheel design, flap door handles, and a slightly sloping roofline.
Interior Changes
Larger infotainment and new steering wheel
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A few tech upgrades and cosmetic changes—such as six airbags—are expected in the refreshed hatchback, along with a bigger infotainment display (likely to be 10 inches), a new steering wheel design, and a new instrument cluster design, as seen in the spy shots. Judging by the image above, the new Kwid can be expected to share the same interior design as its sister model, the Dacia Spring EV.
ICE format to be continued
EV variant is not expected in India
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The spy shots captured an exhaust pipe on the facelift, confirming that the new Kwid will continue with the ICE format in India.. The Kwid is currently available with a sole 68hp, 1.0-litre petrol engine paired with manual and AMT gearboxes, priced between Rs 4.70 lakh and Rs 6.50 lakh.
All prices, ex-showroom, India
