Renault Kwid bookings open

With the festive season drawing near, it seems that Renault is readying to launch the Kwid entry level hatchback soon. Dealer in certain cities have already started accepting bookings for the new entry level hatchback. Booking amounts vary from Rs 20,000 to Rs 50,000, depending on location.

The Kwid gets body cladding, 180mm ground clearance and a Duster-like protruding front bumper, creased bonnet and rear fender flairs.

Inside, the the Kwid gets a simple, uncluttered dashboard with an all-digital instrument cluster, centrally located air-con and power window controls and high-set air-con vents. The top trim is expected to get a 6.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with USB and aux connectivity. Boot space is expected to be class leading.

The Kwid will be powered by a 800cc petrol motor mated to a manual transmission though a larger 1.0-litre motor and AMT gearbox are in the works.

As per dealers, deliveries for the Renault Kwid are expected to start sometime in end-September though there is yet no official word about the launch date or pricing. Expect the new Renault Kwid to be priced somewhere in the region of Rs 3-4 lakh (ex-showroom).