Renault has had two launches in India this year, the Kwid facelift and the Triber which is an all-new model. While one is the entry-level offering from the French carmaker and the other a sub-4m MPV crossover, they do an identical displacement engine and their prices are not too far apart.
But which of the two models offers better value at similar prices? Let’s find out.
Dimensions
| Renault Kwid | Renault Triber | |
| Length | 3731mm | 3990mm |
| Width | 1579mm | 1739mm (w/o ORVMs) |
| Height | 1474mm-1490mm(w/ roof rails) | 1643mm (w/o roof rails) |
| Wheelbase | 2422mm | 2636mm |
| Boot space | 279 litres | 625 litres (3rd row folded) |
| Ground Clearance | 184mm | 182mm |
The Triber is significantly bigger than the Kwid in every dimension and with a whole lot more boot space. It of course gets the extra row of removable third row seats as well.
Engine
| Renault Kwid | Renault Triber | |
| Engine | 799cc/ 999cc | 999cc |
| Transmission Options | 5MT/5AMT | 5-speed MT |
| Power | 54PS/ 68PS | 72PS |
| Torque | 72Nm/ 91Nm | 96Nm |
| Claimed Fuel Efficiency | N.A. | 20kmpl |
The Kwid and Triber share the same 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine but in two different states of tune with the latter having better tech. The AMT option is only available on the Kwid while it is will be offered on the Triber at a later date. Renault also offers the Kwid with a smaller 0.8-litre petrol engine mated to a 5-speed manual for a more affordable option.
Price Comparison
| Renault Kwid | Renault Triber |
| STD 0.8 – Rs 2.83 lakh | |
| RXE 0.8 – Rs 3.53 lakh | |
| RXL 0.8 – Rs 3.83 lakh | |
| RXT 0.8 – Rs 4.13 lakh | |
| RXT 1.0L/ AMT – Rs 4.33 lakh/ Rs 4.63 lakh | |
| RXT 1.0L(O)/AMT – Rs 4.41 lakh/ Rs 4.71 lakh | |
| Climber/AMT – Rs 4.54 lakh/ Rs 4.84 lakh | |
| Climber(O)/AMT – Rs 4.62 lakh/ Rs 4.92 lakh | RXE – Rs 4.95 lakh |
| RXL – Rs 5.49 lakh | |
| RXT – Rs 5.99 lakh | |
| RXZ – Rs 6.49 lakh |
For the purpose of the comparison, we’ll only be considering variants priced within a range of Rs 50,000 of each other.
Renault Kwid Climber(O) vs Renault Triber RXE
| Renault Kwid Climber(O) | Rs 4.62 lakh |
| Renault Triber RXE | Rs 4.95 lakh |
| Difference | Rs 33,000 (Triber is more expensive) |
Common features
Safety: Dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, front seat belt reminders.
Exterior: Wheel arch cladding, body coloured bumpers.
Comfort: Front power windows, electric power steering, digital instrument cluster, manual AC, 12V power socket
What Kwid Climber offers over Triber RXE: LED DRLs, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, sporty upholstery, leather steering wheel wrap, reverse parking camera, remote keyless entry, rear power windows, sporty orange accents and inserts.
What Triber RXE offers over Kwid Climber: Third-row of removable seats, 2nd row seats with slide/recline/tumble function, 60:40 split folding 2nd row, projector headlamps.
Verdict: On the basis of features along, the top-spec Kwid has a lot more to offer than the entry-spec Triber, making it the better option. However, if you’re willing to compromise on features in exchange for space, the Triber is still the better choice.
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