The Renault Kwid gets a total discount of Rs. 35,000 this month.

This month, Renault is offering discounts of up to Rs. 50,000 on the Kwid, Triber and Kiger.

Those planning to buy a Renault Triber can avail of the highest benefits. The carmaker is offering a discount of Rs. 50,000, which includes a cash discount of Rs. 15,000, exchange benefits of Rs. 25,000 and corporate discounts worth Rs. 10,000. Renault is also offering discounts of Rs. 45,000 on the Triber Limited Edition.

The Renault Kwid gets a total discount of Rs. 35,000 this month. This includes cash benefits of Rs. 10,000, exchange benefits of Rs. 15,000 for the 1.0L version and Rs. 10,000 for the 0.8L version. Additionally, the carmaker is offering corporate discounts worth Rs. 10,000.

The Renault Kiger gets the lowest discount. The crossover is only available with a corporate discount of Rs. 10,000.

Bookings for the Festive Limited Editions open on September 2, 2022.

Renault has introduced the 'Festive Limited Edition' of their Kwid, Triber and Kiger offerings in India.

The Kiger and Triber limited editions are based on the RXZ variant, while the Kwid is based on the Climber trim. Prices remain the same as the variants on which they are based.

The Festive Limited Editions come with a dual-tone exterior, finished in a combination of White and Mystery Black. Additionally, the cars get red accents on the grille and front bumper.

The Kiger Limited Edition gets red brake calipers and is offered with the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine only. The Kwid gets red accents on the skid plates and roof rails. It also gets red decals and black wheel covers. The Triber also gets black wheel covers and Piano Black ORVMs and door handles.

Bookings for the Festive Limited Editions open on September 2, 2022.

Renault is also offering a discount of up to Rs. 66,000 on the Kiger.

Renault has announced discount offers on its cars for the month of July. The Triber gets the most attractive discount of up to Rs. 84,000.

The Triber is available with a cash discount of Rs. 10,000, an exchange bonus of Rs. 20,000, a corporate discount of Rs. 10,000 and a loyalty bonus of Rs. 44,000.

Renault is also offering a discount of up to Rs. 66,000 on the Kiger. This includes a cash discount of Rs. 10,000 and a loyalty benefit of Rs. 55,000.

The Kwid is one of Renault’s best-selling models in India. The entry-level hatchback comes with a cash discount of Rs. 5,000, an exchange bonus of Rs. 10,000, a corporate discount of Rs. 10,000 and a loyalty bonus of Rs. 37,000. The 1.0L variant of the car is offered with a cash discount of Rs. 5,000, an exchange bonus of Rs. 15,000, a corporate discount of Rs. 10,000 and a loyalty bonus of Rs. 37,000.

The highest discount is being offered on the Duster as dealerships are looking to clear their inventory.

Renault India has announced discounts of up to Rs. 1.30 lakh on its range of cars.

Renault dealerships are clearing their Duster inventory, offering the highest discount. Customers looking to lap up the last units can get an exchange bonus of Rs. 50,000, a corporate discount of up to Rs. 30,000 and a cash discount of up to Rs. 50,000 on all variants except the 1.5L RXZ.

Renault is offering a loyalty bonus of up to Rs. 55,000 on the Kiger. Besides this, customers can also get a corporate discount of up to Rs. 10,000 and a rural benefit of up to Rs. 5,000.

The MY2021 and MY2022 models of the Triber are being offered with an exchange benefit of up to Rs. 20,000, a cash discount of up to Rs. 10,000, a corporate benefit of up to Rs. 10,000 and a rural benefit of Rs. 5,000.

The Triber Limited Edition comes with a loyalty bonus of up to Rs. 44,000. Cash discount is not available on the RXE variant.

The Renault Kwid is offered with a cash discount of up to Rs. 10,000, an exchange bonus of up to Rs. 15,000 on the 1.0L version and Rs. 10,000 on the 800cc version. The car is also being offered with a corporate discount of Rs. 10,000 and a rural benefit of Rs. 5,000.

Due to the low running, I am keen on a petrol automatic powertrain, though a manual would be fine as well.

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Hi fellow BHPians. This is my very first post on the forum although I have been an ardent follower of Team BHP for many many years. Extremely excited to be part of this community. Love the depth of knowledge of the community and the breadth of issues and topics discussed here. And this takes me to the subject matter of my post as I am seeking expert advice from the esteemed members to deal with my conundrum.

My requirement

For whom

I am looking to buy a new car (open to secondhand ones too) primarily for my parents (both senior citizens) in Kerala. Parents don’t drive and I am based in the UK, so we rely on drivers we know to take them out. Can wait for upto 6 months for delivery but can wait further for the right vehicle.

As a mini background, we had the original Maruti Baleno 1.6 (rocket) which we gave away finally just before pandemic struck. Since then, commuting for my parents came to a screeching halt, but thinks are getting better again and hence the need for a new vehicle. I drive a Kodiaq here in the UK (love the car to bits!!)

Annual runs

We are looking at around 500kms/month comprising of visits to temples, family relatives etc. There may be 2 or 3 relatively longer trips in a year when we (wife and kids) visit them during annual break. But I wouldn’t say more than 6000 kms/year. Intend to keep the car for 10 years.

Engine/Transmission

Due to the low running, I am keen on Petrol. Automatic would be nice to have (on the very few occasions I would drive), but manual would be fine as well.

Comfort/Features

As it is primarily for my parents, I am not too keen on an endless list of features and electronic gizmos as they would probably never enjoy its utility. But nevertheless, not too keen on bare bones vehicles either. A good mix of useful features (touch screen, navigation, rear AC, rear camera, power windows, defoggers) is what I am after. Plus good set of safety features (ABS, EBD, ESC, Hill hold assist, 4 or more air bags) and good safety rating (4* or above) would be great. In terms of comfort, must be good for easy ingress and egress and should seat 3 in the rear bench comfortably. If I can get a 7-seater within my budget, that would be sweet as it would avoid the need to hire an MPV when we visit them for our annual trips (2 or 3 in a year max).

Not looking for an enthusiastic driving experience as they will be chauffeur driven, but ride quality should be capable to handle the craters on the road without fuss.

Budget

Maximum Rs.10 lacs (ex-showroom) which would translate to ~Rs.12L on road. As mentioned earlier, I am open to good secondhand cars as well, but my worry is will it be a problem for my parents to maintain as they are not well versed with car mechanics. This makes me wonder whether a new car would offer them the extra piece of mind. A 5-seater would do, but if I can get 2 extra seats (I have 2 young kids) within the budget, then even better.

Short lists

Based on the above and after reviewing similar topics on the forum, I have short listed the following vehicles:

• Renault Kiger RXT/RXZ CVT Turbo – 4* safety rating is great. How is the ingress/egress and can it seat 3 medium sized adults in the back comfortably? We have a Renault service centre nearby.

• Nexon XZ – Top notch safety is great. I hear 3 in the back seat is possible. Not too happy with the rear design, but compromises are needed somewhere I guess

• Wagon R – maybe, but I would have preferred better interiors for a car that we may keep for 10 years.

• Kia Carens 1.5P Manual Prestige – seems the most VFM of the lot, good mix of features and safety and plus can comfortably seat 7 when needed. Top of the list at the moment

• Brezza ZXI+ or VXI AT – Trusted Maruti service and 4* rating is a plus but can it seat 3 at the back comfortably? Also, should I wait for the new Brezza?

• Renault Triber – Fits the bill for the most part but very concerned with the low engine power, esp when fully loaded. The turbo version is rumoured to be round the corner, should I wait?

• Among used cars, Hexa XT/XTA caught my eye if I can get it within my budget. Is there a risk with parts and spares given my parents will have to manage it?

As you can see, I have stayed away from hatchbacks and sedans in general due to their low seating positions making it difficult for parents. Please correct if there are genuine contenders I should be looking at.

Avoided Venue and Sonet due to perceived lack of space at the rear which is overcompensated by a plethora of features and gizmos, most of which add no value in our use-case. Not to mention the poor safety ratings.

I am seeking help from fellow members and advice on my list (add/remove) so that I can arrange for test drives when I visit Kerala in April. Help me out BHPians! Many thanks.

Here's what BHPian Sushil_Pingua had to say on the matter:

Dear Brother,

Looking at your priorities, use and budget, I'll would have straight away recommended you the Honda BRV which I own but it is no longer on sale here in India. Therefore the second best option for old parents is the Maruti S-Cross

S-Cross has been tried and tested as the best value for money car for parents. It's ergonomics are the ones which stand out of all - ingress/engress of old parents is very hassle free in the S-Cross.

Regards

Here's what BHPian AYP had to say on the matter:

Since you have mentioned 5 or 7 seater, it does seem that the extra seats will add real value to your ownership, in which case, I'd suggest the Carens. However, it is still not GNCAP rated.

Among the 5 seaters, I'd suggest the XUV300 over the Nexon.

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The Triber LE is based on the RXT variant and is available in both manual and AMT variants.

Renault has announced that the Triber has crossed the 1 lakh sales milestone in India. To celebrate the milestone, the company has launched a new limited edition (LE) of the Triber at a starting price of Rs. 7.24 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The Triber LE is based on the RXT variant and is available in both manual and AMT variants.

The Triber LE is available in two dual-tone colour options - Moonlight Silver / Black roof and Cedar Brown / Black roof. The car rides on 14-inch wheels. On the inside, the car gets new Akaza fabric upholstery, black door handles, a dual-tone dashboard with piano black finish and a digital instrument cluster.

The Renault Triber was launched in August 2019. A year later, the carmaker introduced AMT variants of the vehicle. In 2021, Renault updated the car's colour palette with new dual-tone options.

The Triber is based on the CMF-A+ platform that is shared with the Kwid. The car is powered by a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine that produces 71 BHP @ 6,250 rpm and 96 Nm @ 3,500 rpm. This engine is mated to either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 5-speed AMT.

Think of the Triber as a very capable and spacious 5 seater with the ability to occupy 7 adults when needed.

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This post has been well overdue as my car completed its 1st year on 20th December, 2021.

Interiors

The plastics are still in a very decent condition, and no creaks/unwanted sounds yet. Have been dressing them every 4-5 months; mats are still the stock ones which were included in the basic package; they get the job done but as they're black they get dirty very easily.

Seats are very comfortable for long drives with decent thigh support, but one downside of having fabric seats is that they get stained very easily, have to keep the 3M foam interior cleaner spray handy. I've not noticed any back/neck pain during my 10-12hr non-stop trips.

The third row of Triber is fairly usable even for adults and cannot be dismissed as a kids only feature, only issue is the height limitation as the rear glass is too close to the headrest. Space and thigh support is more or less similar or even better than other 7/6 seaters available on the market.

As mine is the RXT (Mid variant) the charging port is missing on the third row, I would've really liked to add it on as an accessory, if it was present. Currently I'm using a 12v port splitter as I'm using multiple accessories.
All the power window buttons, fan knobs and other misc buttons(parking, lock/unlock) are holding up well. No signs of wear and tear or rattle.

The boot is pretty much non existent, so if you're planning to travel with full occupancy frequently, make sure to get a good roof rack.

AC cooling performance is excellent, just the noise from the blower used for 2nd and 3rd row is a bit high for my liking. When just the 3 of us are travelling it usually gets so cold that we have to turn off the compressor after some time.

The infotainment system is average in terms of responsiveness, they've preinstalled a matte screen guard. The audio quality surprised me, I wasn't really expecting much but after playing around with the equalizer realized that audio output is good enough and I don't feel the need to upgrade.

Attaching some pics :

Exteriors

The factory paint is a standard 2 coat affair and the clear coat is not too soft, perfectly suited for Indian conditions. All the trim surfaces are holding up good as well, cleaned and dressed every 6 months.

The paint was coated with Turtlewax SealNShine on day 2, reapplied every 6 months. I use the Jopasu duster to clean the loose dust and then clean it further with Proklear waterless wash if needed.

The car is mostly used only on weekends for long trips, so it spends most of the time parked and under a cover.

Doors and bonnet are fairly heavy and have that reassuring thud, but the tailgate is a different story altogether.

Engine, transmission and brakes

As mentioned previously, I'm a sedate driver and absolutely enjoy driving the car on highways. 0-80kmph (Even 100 if 5 onboard) is a breeze but after that you hit a plateau, the only time I drive at 80kmph+ speeds is on the Mumbai-Pune expressway and the car is perfectly stable and glued to the road at those speeds. Other than that, I don't think it is safe(or even permissible?) to drive at 100-120+kmph on state highways with Ertiga interceptors lurking everywhere.

I've gotten used to the automated manual transmission, leaving accelerator pedal while the shifts happen is instinctive now. Shifts are slow and sometimes the actuators are so aggressive that the reverse gear slotting in mildly jerks the entire vehicle. Other than that it is perfectly usable, the creep function is helpful in city traffic and kicks in 1-2 secs after you leave the brakes. One safety feature worth noting is that if your driver side door is not closed properly, the AMT won't initiate the gears and will rev in neutral. Another advantage of the AMT gearbox is that it likes to downshift if you brake beyond a certain threshold; effectively bringing in engine braking to the play.

Very satisfied with the braking performance; brake assist is readily available anytime you need it. So far never really got to test the abs.

Engine did feel a tad smoother after the first oil change and has been delivering an average of 20kmpl+ regularly for my highway runs now.

My most recent trip (5 on-board, both ac turned on throughout) :

Parts and service

I'm pleased with Renault's service experience and hope that they keep improving on the same, more on that here.

Apart from their service, the part sharing with Kwid and Kiger ensures that the prices are very affordable. Listing down OEM parts which will be required for regular servicing with their costs :

AC Filter : ₹173

Engine Air Filter : ₹199

Engine Oil Filter : ₹399

Oil Sump Washer : ₹79

Wiper Washer Fluid : ₹45

Apart from these, they used the Castrol PRO 15W40 A3/B3 oil (3 Litres).

Summing it up

I've missed a lot of opportunities to explore around due to COVID, hope to explore more places with my Triber this year. Personally very happy with every aspect of the car except the NVH levels, searching for good dampening options.

Are you looking to buy a Triber? If yes, consider the following points

I've missed a lot of opportunities to explore around due to COVID, hope to explore more places with my Triber this year. Personally very happy with every aspect of the car except the NVH levels, searching for good dampening options.

Are you looking to buy a Triber? If yes, consider the following points:

What you get:

• Spacious interiors
• As a 5 seater, segment leading boot
• Usable 3rd row
• Decent ground clearance
• Good fuel efficiency
• Excellent ride quality
• 4-Star GNCAP rating
• Low maintenance costs

What you don't get:

• Premium interiors
• No boot space in full occupancy
• Well refined 4-cylinder engine
• CVT/Torque Converter
• Quieter cabin

Yes, you'll have to rev the engine harder when 7 adults are sitting in the car and the roof rack is fully loaded up with luggage; but just pause for a while and think about how frequently this scenario is going to occur in a year?

Think of the Triber as a very capable and spacious 5 seater with the ability to occupy 7 adults when needed.

As always, Live To Drive.

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Renault's current product portfolio consists of four models: Kwid, Triber, Kiger and the Duster.

Renault India has achieved a new milestone as sales crossed the 8 lakh unit mark.

Renault's current product portfolio consists of four models: Kwid, Triber, Kiger and the Duster. The Kwid is one of the most popular models in its line-up, crossing the 4 lakh units sales milestone recently.

In 2021, Renault introduced the Kiger. It shares its underpinnings with the Nissan Magnite. According to the company, the crossover has established itself as one of its volume drivers.

Renault is also expanding its network in India. In the last 2 years, the carmaker added more than 150 facilities. Today, there are 530 sales and service touchpoints including more than 250 Workshop-on-Wheels across the country.

Renault is offering benefits of up to Rs. 35,000 on the MY2021 Kwid.

This month, Renault is offering benefits of up to Rs. 1.30 lakh on its models. You can get the highest discount if you're in the market for a Duster SUV.

Renault is offering a cash discount of Rs. 50,000, an exchange benefit of Rs. 50,000 and a corporate discount of Rs. 30,000 on the Duster. Kiger customers are being offered a loyalty bonus and corporate discount of Rs. 10,000 each.

Renault is offering benefits of up to Rs. 35,000 on the MY2021 Kwid. This includes a cash discount of Rs. 10,000, an exchange benefit of up to Rs. 15,000 and a corporate discount of up to Rs. 10,000. The MY2022 Kwid is available with benefits of up to Rs. 30,000.

The MY2021 Triber is offered with benefits of up to Rs. 40,000. It includes a cash discount of Rs. 10,000, an exchange bonus of up to Rs. 20,000 and a corporate discount of up to Rs. 10,000. Benefits of up to Rs. 30,000 are being offered the MY2022 Triber.

I had taken my Renault Triber to an authorised service centre 6 times in the last year for different reasons & my overall experience has been quite positive.

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Renault after-sales service is a concern for a lot of potential buyers and 1 or 2 visits can't really help us determine the exact nature of their service. I've visited the Renault Service Center at Ghodbunder Road (Thane) 6 times in the last year and will be sharing my experience.

1st Visit

I received a call from Renault on 25th January 2021 to schedule the first free service, fixed the appointment for 7th February. Received a reminder call on 6th February; reached the service center by 11 am on 7th and was asked to wait in the customer lounge. SA was assigned after 30-40mins and then we went to the car and the SA asked if there were any issues and was keen on getting the underbody coating, silencer coating and engine coating done to which I politely declined. Then the car was taken to their garage bay and was lifted up for inspection, this was followed up by some automated OBD tests. Then the car was sent for washing, polishing and interior cleaning; the bill was ₹0 and I asked for their air freshener which brought the final bill to ₹150. The SA was asking me to collect the car the next day, but I insisted on getting it done on the same day; all the work was done by 2 pm.

Engine bay was also cleaned.

Interiors were vacuumed and the mats were washed, with dressing on the dashboard and all other plastic surfaces.

Cleaned with a pressure washer, polished with hand using ixtar products and the trim and tyres were coated with proper dressing.

2nd Visit

The second visit was a result of a very unfortunate incident:

CCTV footage

We had planned a trip for my birthday and decided to take the car out of parking the day before as we were going to leave early morning, and my heart had shattered to pieces when I saw the bonnet after removing the cover, the car had just completed 3 months. Slapped on a spare Team-BHP sticker on the bonnet and left for the trip the next morning. After coming back called Renault and scheduled an appointment for 5th April. This time the SA was assigned immediately and my car was surveyed, he informed me that since it is an insurance claim the process may take about a week. I asked them to get the suspension and steering rack retorqued as it was making a weird noise when going through potholes also asked for a DRL chrome accessory.

Left the car on 5th April:

Received a call from them on 11th April eve that the car was ready, went to collect it the next day and pointed out two new marks:

SA called the manager and they both assured that it'll be fixed free of cost.

Took the car as we had a trip planned, so decided to get it fixed after coming back. Total bill was around ₹1700 (₹1100 for insurance and ₹600 for the DRL chrome).

3rd Visit

There was an unusual sound from the bonnet when brakes were applied, felt like something was moving. Called Renault and fixed an appointment for 10th August. Also, there were small blisters on the bonnet, called the insurance advisor who attended to me last time and asked for a solution for the bonnet and the work that was assured last time.

Blisters on the bonnet.

Visited them on 10th August, SA was appointed and we went on a small drive; the sound was evident and the SA assured me that it'll be fixed on the same day.

Called the insurance advisor to inspect the bonnet, the blisters were all over the bonnet; he said that it'll be repainted free of cost. Also assured that the front left bumper will be retouched and the wheel trim which was damaged will be replaced with a new one. Had called him once in July for fixing the damage pointed out earlier, he notified me that there were a lot of flood-damaged cars that they were dealing with at the moment and politely asked me to postpone the visit to next month if possible.

Left the car on 10th August.

The car was handed over to the insurance advisor on the same day as promised by SA and went in for repainting the next day. Received a call on 12th eve that the car was ready; went to collect the car on 13th.

The damaged trim was replaced, the front left bumper was retouched and the bonnet was repainted, also the sound from the bonnet was fixed. The total bill was ₹0.

The blisters were gone but now there were small depressions on the paint surface, informed the insurance advisor. He assured me that it'll be fixed when I visit next after monsoons.

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