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    Renault Kiger [2021-2022] RXZ Turbo CVT Review

    Renault-Nissan's alliance brought in two more contenders at a very competitive price in the crowded space of compact SUVs. One being the Nissan Magnite and the other Renault Kiger — the one on which we will focus on here. Now, despite being priced lower amongst its rivals, it's packed with a lot of equipment and is available in a choice of petrol engines and different transmission options. All adding to the mix of varied options for buyers in the heated battle of compact SUVs. Here's what a Kiger buyer can expect as we give you an in-depth idea about its on-road performance.

    Introduction

    Renault-Nissan's alliance brought in two more contenders at a very competitive price in the crowded space of compact SUVs. One is the Nissan Magnite and the other Renault Kiger — the one on which we will focus here. Now, despite being priced relatively lower than its rivals, it's packed with a lot of equipment and is available in a choice of petrol engines and different transmission options. All add to the mix of varied options for buyers in the heated battle of compact SUVs. Here's what a Kiger buyer can expect as we give you an in-depth idea about its on-road performance.

    Left Front Three Quarter

    Design and style

    Left Rear Three Quarter

    Let's tick off its much spoken about exterior styling first. Kiger's design is unique and is a joint effort of Renault's teams in France and India. It's a sub-four metre compact SUV and remains distinguished with design elements like the twin-slat chrome grille, LED DRLs, tri-LED headlamps, and C-shaped LED taillights. It's also equipped with functional and good-looking roof rails and a shark fin antenna. Then, the Kiger's stance looks even better as it rides on 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels with a striking pattern. It’s one of those high-riding small vehicles like the Ignis and Punch, but due to a higher 205mm ground clearance, it has a slight edge over the similarly priced hatchbacks like the Swift and the Baleno. In fact, apart from the Baleno’s wheelbase of 2,520mm, the Kiger’s wheelbase of 2,500mm is one of the best amongst its rivals. At 1,750mm, it’s also one of the widest cars under four-metre. 

    Left Front Three Quarter

    Interior

    Front Row Seats

    We've spoken in detail about the nicely styled interior in our first-drive review which you can read here. Now we'll focus on the finer details. For instance, the digital instrument cluster shows up quite a bit of information on the go which can also be customised, a first in this segment. Since it's a small SUV, things are easily within reach and with many storage and stowage places. That said, it doesn't have large side windows or thin rear roof pillars, so you might have to glance twice over the shoulder before changing lanes. The raked rear windscreen is also small but thankfully manages to give a satisfactory view rearward. So, the only worry might be parking, which again is taken care of by its rear-view camera and sensors. Otherwise, the Kiger has got small front and rear overhangs that make parking relatively stress-free.

    Front Row Seats

    Even the seats, though slightly on a softer side, are comfortable enough to spend many hours on a long road trip. The lateral support helps and though there's not much under-thigh support, one can extend his/her leg easily due to loads of leg and knee-room and space under front seats. So, it's a spacious and comfortable four-seater I'd say, with a fifth person fitting in without much bother. Their additional luggage can also be accommodated in the cavernous 405 litres of cargo space. The only thing that will bother informed buyers is where Renault has cut corners, especially with fit and finish. The panel gaps are quite evident in many places, like doors, hood, and some more places on the dashboard. Also, insulation could have been improved. In fact, we even noticed dirt kick up and enter outer door sills and tail lamps, which could have been sealed in a better way.

    Second Row Seats

    Safety and equipment

    Steering Wheel

    The good thing is whether it's a manual or an automatic variant, one can opt for a top-spec RXZ variant, so you don't miss out on any features being offered. The cabin boasts all the bells and whistles like automatic climate control, an Arkamys 3D sound system with eight speakers, switchable ambient lighting, and convenience features like push-button start-stop, keyless entry, and many more. Sunroof? No, that’s the only thing missing. Otherwise, it also flaunts an easy to use eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Then, there's a seven-inch digital instrument panel, optional PM2.5 air filter, and wireless phone charger. Global NCAP hasn't awarded a safety rating to the car, but the safety suite includes dual front airbags, a rear camera with sensors, ABS with EBD, speed alerts, and more.

    Drive Mode Buttons/Terrain Selector

    Engine and Performance

    Right Front Three Quarter

    One can opt for the Renault Kiger in either of the two 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engines. These range from an entry-level 71bhp Energy model to a peppier 99bhp Turbo version. We are yet to test the non-turbocharged model and won't really pick it knowing the benefits of this turbocharged model. This one comes standard with a five-speed manual gearbox, which we have already detailed here. It has short throws and a light clutch, but the notchy feel is all gone with this CVT. Also, looking at those seemingly endless traffic jams we think you'd want to take the stress out from your tiresome journeys with the help of an automatic. So, for now, we shall focus on the CVT version that nicely puts behind the woes of using a clutch continuously in traffic.

    Right Side View

    Let's get to the boring part first — the ECO driving mode. We can understand this one is to achieve maximum fuel efficiency, but it hampers the throttle and engine response. You'll feel as if it takes forever to make progress. Thankfully, it's not the same when you switch to Normal mode. It feels so much better with the difference in pulling power becoming apparent. Then, the throttle response gets even sharper in Sport mode allowing you to hold on to the revs for longer. Yes, you can hear the engine noise at high revs reminding you of the smaller displacement engine. But Normal mode is best at offering a good mid-range pull even with part throttle inputs.

    Gear Shifter/Gear Shifter Stalk

    This turbo petrol CVT isn't very different from the manual one, with the only difference in tuning being 8Nm lesser torque. Still, peak torque of 152Nm is delivered at 2,200rpm, which is lower than 160Nm at a higher 2,800rpm in manual. Interestingly, you don't feel the difference on the go and the turbo lag below 1,700rpm is well obscured by this gearbox. Again, not that this lag was quite prominent in the manual and it still lets you make quick progress. Here too, you make linear progress with consistent pulling power making it a smooth driving experience. There wasn't a moment when the rubber-band effect of the CVT was felt prominently. Yes, this CVT doesn't get a Sport or manual mode but has an L (Low) mode to provide maximum torque. This is beneficial when climbing hills or on steep inclines. We put it to the test at the steepest incline at NATRAX and it managed to climb up and down without any hassle.

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    So, when we had first tested its manual version in Goa, we were pretty confident it would be the fastest in its segment. With 10.2 seconds to reach 100kmph from a standstill, it indeed took the top spot in quick acceleration. Roll-on tests were also achieved with flying colours with the 20-80kmph run in third gear completed in 11.24 seconds and the 40-100kmph sprint in fourth gear in 15.47 seconds. Now, its petrol CVT derivative isn't slow either and achieved the same feat of 0-100kmph in 10.72 seconds. Kiger's acceleration figures in kick-down are also nothing short of impressive. Taking 5.94 seconds for the 20-80kmph run shows it's quick for city runabouts. Then, 7.79 seconds for the 40-100kmph sprint shows you wouldn't feel nervous while overtaking vehicles on the highway.

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    Ride and Handling

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    We've detailed this part in our impressions of the manual version and our time with this CVT has reiterated many facts. For an urban dweller, it can most certainly be the more appropriate choice over other big bulky SUVs. And that's mainly because it's easy to drive around town thanks to its light controls, decent visibility, and compact footprint. That said, the steering isn't sharp, requires three turns lock-to-lock, and won't put a grin on your face when you want to throw it around for some fun. But again the Kiger won't put you off, it doesn't lean excessively in tight corners or, for that matter, wallow over bumps. Braking feels adequate too with good bite, good grip from the tyres, and inspires confidence even when you have to drop the anchor. Then, a tight turning radius, light steering, and predictable manners still make it fun to drive. 

    Right Front Three Quarter

    What’s more, the car's 205mm ground clearance clears everything that comes in its way. You'll never feel overwhelmed by bumps or poorly maintained road surfaces. We went over many undulations, potholes, and rough tarmac without worrying. Never did we hear any jolt within the cabin or the suspension bottom out, thanks to the long suspension travel and high profile tyres. The suspension is well-tuned to help soak up bumps fairly well and even settles into a comfortable highway cruise than many other small cars. Then add surefootedness to it even at high speeds.

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    Price and Fuel Economy

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    The Renault Kiger is offered in four variants — RXE, RXL, RXT, and RXZ. It was launched at an introductory price of Rs 5.45 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India). Now the prices start at Rs 5.64 lakh going up to Rs 10.1 lakh. Another good thing is that all the variants have a dual-tone paint option available at a premium of Rs 17,000.  Sure, the 71bhp naturally-aspirated engine should offer adequate performance for city driving but will run out of breath on the highways. The 99bhp turbo version makes more sense for daily usability.

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    Renault claims 20.53kmpl for the Kiger, but our tests show it returned 10.97kmpl in the city and eventually 16.67kmpl on the highways. So, you should probably see a combined figure in the high-fourteen in real-world driving. Still, the manual version would impress you more if range is what you need, as its tested city and highway fuel economy stand at 13.27kmpl and 18.96kmpl, respectively. Thus, a combined figure of 16.12kmpl isn’t bad against its claimed 20kmpl.

    Instrument Cluster

    Specification

    CAR NAMERenault Kiger
    VariantRXZ Turbo Petrol ManualRXZ Turbo Automatic CVT
    ENGINE
    FuelPetrolPetrol
    InstallationFront, transverseFront, transverse
    Displacement3 cyls, 999cc3 cyls, 999cc
    Power99bhp at 5000rpm99bhp at 5000rpm
    Torque160Nm at 2800rpm152Nm at 2200rpm
    Power to weight96.12bhp per tonne96.12bhp per tonne
    Torque to weight155.34Nm per tonne147.57Nm per tonne 
    GearboxFive Speed ManualCVT
    CHASSIS & BODY
    Kerb weight (measured)1030kg1030kg
    Tyres195/60 R16195/60 R16
    SpareFull-sizeFull-size
    STEERING
    TypeRack and pinionRack and pinion
    Type of assistElectricElectric
    Turning circle10.0410.04
    BRAKES
    FrontDiscsDiscs
    RearDrumDrum
    ABSYesYes

    Test Data

    CAR NAMERenault Kiger
    VariantRXZ Turbo Petrol ManualRXZ Turbo Automatic CVT
    PERFORMANCE & BRAKING
    0-20kmph1.09s1.24s
    0-40kmph3.03s2.90s
    0-60kmph4.31s4.79s
    0-80kmph7.53s7.25s
    0-100kmph10.20s10.72s
    20-80kmph in 3rd gear/kickdown11.24s5.94s
    40-100kmph in 4th gear/kickdown15.47s7.79s
    FUEL ECONOMY
    City13.27kmpl11.7kmpl
    Highway18.96kmpl15.55kmpl
    Tank size40 litres40 litres
    Range644.8km552.8km
    INTERIOR MEASUREMENTS
    Front
    Legroom(Max/min)920/710mm
    Headroom980/940mm
    Shoulder room1260mm
    Backrest height650mm

    Seat base 

    length

    490mm
    Rear
    Legroom(Max/min)860/660mm
    Ideal legroom670mm
    Headroom950mm
    Shoulder room1270mm
    Seat base length460mm
    Backrest height620mm
    Boot405 litres
    Length/width/height750/1070/590mm
    Loading lip height830mm

    Specifications & Features

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        Specifications

        • Engine & Transmission

          • Acceleration (0-100 kmph)
            10.72 seconds

            Time the car takes to reach 100kmph from a standstill

          • Engine
            999 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

            Timely services will keep a motor efficient and in top shape.

          • Engine Type
            1.0L Turbo

            The official title given by the manufacturer in terms of the name of the engine, the displacement and the number of cylinders.

            A bigger displacement and more than four-cylinders generally indicate a performance-oriented engine.

          • Fuel Type
            Petrol

            All cars in India either run on petrol, diesel, CNG, LPG or electric power.

          • Max Power (bhp@rpm)
            99 bhp @ 5000 rpm

            Gives a good idea of the performance of the vehicle under full thrust. A higher figure here usually means a higher top speed as well.

            Higher the power, the peppier the engine but it can also affect fuel economy.

          • Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
            152 Nm @ 2200 rpm

            Relates to in-gear acceleration. A higher figure here means better roll-on acceleration, fewer gear shifts, and possibly better fuel efficiency.

            The more torque at low RPM range makes the engine feel more responsive. It also allows the engine to run smoothly without too many gear changes.

          • Mileage (ARAI)
            20.53 kmpl

            This is the maximum fuel efficiency that an engine gives. All numbers are provided by the manufacturer based on tests conducted and specified by the standards of the ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India)

            Such fuel efficiency attained while driving in special conditions makes it unlikely to get it in real-world conditions

          • Drivetrain
            FWD

            Cars come with different drivetrain configurations depending on the segment.

            Front-wheel drive (FWD) is most common in mainstream cars while expensive cars or SUVs come with rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD).

          • Transmission
            Automatic (CVT) - CVT Gears, Sport Mode

            Type of transmission used to transfer power from the engine to the wheels

            A manually operated transmission is the most popular type, thanks to its simplicity and low cost. Varied types of automatic transmissions are also available.

          • Emission Standard
            BS 6

            Set by the Indian Government, this governs the amount of air pollutants released by cars to make the atmosphere safer for humans.

          • Turbocharger / Supercharger
            Turbocharged

            Manufacturers today offer turbochargers to boost engine power without affecting its fuel economy. Superchargers are found in more expensive cars but on the downside, they are not very efficient.

            Turbochargers are more effective but require plenty of heat management. Superchargers, meanwhile, offer linear bump in power but they are comparatively more complex.

        • Dimensions & Weight

          • Length
            3991 mm

            The length of the car decides its segment. In India, cars that are less than 4 metres in length enjoy reduced excise duties.

            Length
            • Length: 3991

            Longer length results in more cabin space. It also adds to straight line stability.

          • Width
            1750 mm

            A car's width is defined as its widest point without its mirrors.

            Width
            • Width: 1750

            Although more width gives you more lateral space inside the cabin, it makes the car more difficult to park in narrow spots.

          • Height
            1605 mm

            The height of the car denotes the highest point of the vehicle from the ground.

            Height
            • Height: 1605

            Taller the car, the more headroom there is on offer inside the cabin. However, a tall boy stance also affect the car’s centre of gravity which can cause more body roll.

          • Wheelbase
            2500 mm

            The space between the center of the front and rear wheels.

            Wheelbase
            • Wheelbase: 2500

            The longer the wheelbase, the more space there is inside the cabin.

          • Ground Clearance
            205 mm

            It’s the space between the lowest point of the car and the ground.

            Ground Clearance
            • Ground Clearance: 205

            If the car has a good amount of clearance, it’s easier for it to clear big speed breakers and overall, deal with bad roads.

        • Capacity

          • Doors
            5 Doors

            The number of doors define the category of car. For example – four door means sedan, two-door means coupe while five-doors usually refer to a hatchback, MPV or an SUV.

            Doors
            • Doors: 5
          • Seating Capacity
            5 Person

            The number of people that can be seated comfortably in the car, which has also been mandated by the car manufacturer.

            Seating Capacity
            • Seating Capacity: 5
          • No of Rows
            2 Rows

            Smaller cars usually have two rows which can seat five, but some SUVs and MPVs have three rows and can seat around 7-8 passengers.

          • Bootspace
            405 litres

            Boot space defines how practical the car is with respect to how much luggage it can carry.

            Bootspace
            • Bootspace: 405

            A boot with a large and wide opening is ideal for loading heavy items. Additionally, a lower loading height also makes it easy to put in luggage.

          • Fuel Tank Capacity
            40 litres

            The official volume of the fuel tank of a car, usually denoted in litres.

            If a car has a large fuel tank, it can cover long distances without refuelling.

        • Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

          • Front Suspension
            McPherson Strut with Lower Triangle & Coil Spring, Anti-roll Bar & Traverse Arm

            Almost all cars in India use an independent front suspension which is usually the MacPherson Strut type.

          • Rear Suspension
            Torsion Beam Axle

            The rear suspension can either be non-independent or independent.

            Most of the budget cars have non-independent suspension while the more expensive ones get independent rear suspension which offers better bump absorption.

          • Front Brake Type
            Disc

            Most of the vehicles sold in India get ventilated or non-ventilated disc brakes upfront.

            - The ventilated discs are more popular thanks to them providing better stopping power and it also works well in hot conditions.

          • Rear Brake Type
            Drum

            In affordable cars, drums brakes are fitted at the rear as they are cost effective.

            Disc setup at the rear is now getting more popular as cars are getting faster in the real world.

          • Steering Type
            Power assisted (Electric)

            Almost all steering systems in cars today have an assist to help park them better at low speeds - these can be hydraulic, electro-hydraulic or electric.

          • Wheels
            Alloy Wheels

            The wheels used on cars are either steel rims with plastic wheel cover hub or alloy wheels on higher spec models or expensive cars.

            Razor cut, or diamond cut alloy wheel design are not getting more popular. Manufacturers usually offer these in top-end trim of their car models.

          • Spare Wheel
            Steel

            Important in a country with varying quality of roads, spare wheels ensure one doesn’t get stranded when one of the main tyres gets damaged.

            Select premium car models feature space savers (smaller than the stock wheels) to save on boot space.

          • Front Tyres
            195 / 60 R16

            The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the front wheels.

          • Rear Tyres
            195 / 60 R16

            The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the rear wheels.

        Features

        • Safety

          • Overspeed Warning
            1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph

            Mandatory safety system for cars sold in India, a single beep is emitted after 80kmph and continuous ones after 120kmph

          • Lane Departure Warning
            No

            This function detects when the car is drifting out of its lane and cautions the driver through audio/visual alerts

          • Emergency Brake Light Flashing
            No

            The brake lights flash in a quick intermittent fashion to indicate to the following vehicles to slow down quicker than usual

          • Puncture Repair Kit
            No

            These enable users to repair a puncture effortlessly, saving the time/effort involved in replacing it with the spare wheel

            Avoid driving on a flat/deflated wheel too long as it can cause expensive repairs

          • Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
            No

            The driver is warned of an impending crash due to stopped/slowing vehicles ahead of them

          • Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
            No

            This system automatically stops the car if it senses an obstacle where the driver fails to take action

            It is imperative to pay attention while driving and rely less on such systems

          • High-beam Assist
            No

            This feature spots oncoming vehicles at night to shift the headlight between high and low beam

          • NCAP Rating
            4 Star (Global NCAP)

            The official crash test safety rating given to a car by one of the many testing agencies around the world

          • Blind Spot Detection
            No

            Blind Spot Detection systems use sensors to detect and alert the driver of any sudden movements in his/her blind spot

          • Lane Departure Prevention
            No

            This feature automatically steers the car to prevent it from moving out of the lane when there is no driver input

          • Rear Cross-traffic Assist
            No

            An assistance feature that alerts the driver who is backing out of a parking space if another vehicle is approaching

            One must always be cautious of pedestrians, children and other obstacles when backing up.

          • Dashcam
            -

            A windscreen-mounted camera that records the frontal view. Its primary usage is to record and gather evidence in case of an accident. A dash cam can also be used to record incidents when the car is parked and the user is away. Certain models come with both front and rear view recording.

          • Airbags
            4 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
          • Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
            No

            Safer three-point seatbelts for passengers seated in the middle of the second row of seats.

            Budget cars are usually fitted with more economical lap belts for the middle-occupant.

          • Rear Middle Head Rest
            No

            A headrest for the middle occupant of the second-row of seats.

            Budget cars are usually not offered with headrests for the middle occupant of the second-row to save on costs. Headrests are instrumental in reducing whiplash injuries in case of an accident

          • Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
            No

            A digital gauge that provides the live status of the air pressure in every tyre of a car.

            For accurate readings, ensure that the sensors on the rim are not tampered with during any wheel/tyre repairs

          • Child Seat Anchor Points
            Yes

            Anchor points or strap systems built into car seats to keep child seats in place, especially during a crash

            ISOFIX is an international standard for child seat anchor points, but not all car manufacturers follow this standard

          • Seat Belt Warning
            Yes

            Mandatory fitment in cars sold in India, emits loud beeps when it detects that occupants are not wearing their seatbelts.

            Seat belt warning is mandatory for front-seat occupants, but it is recommended that all occupants wear seat belts.

        • Braking & Traction

          • Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
            Yes

            An electronic system that prevents the tyres from locking and skidding in emergency braking situations by pulsing the brakes (quickly releasing and reapplying the brakes)

            ABS is a great accident prevention technology, allowing drivers to steer while braking hard

          • Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
            Yes

            An electronic system that redirects braking forces among the four brakes to stop the car as quickly and stably as possible

          • Brake Assist (BA)
            No

            A system that increases brake pressure to help the car stop quicker

            Even when emergency braking, it is observed that drivers don’t apply maximum brake pressure through the pedal, the BA system provides additional pressure to help stop the car quicker

          • Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
            No

            System designed to improve car stability and control, especially when the car is accelerating.

            ESP or ESC cannot increase traction but rather improve control or help regain control in slippery conditions.

          • Hill Hold Control
            No

            A feature that prevents the car from rolling backwards when stopped on a slope

          • Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
            No

            This system cuts power to those wheels that are spinning without grip/traction

            Given the option, keep traction control on all the time.

          • Ride Height Adjustment
            No

            A feature that allows the user to alter the ride height of the car

            Be it driving over tall obstacles or unloading heavy baggage from the boot; a helpful feature indeed

          • Hill Descent Control
            No

            A feature that limits the car's speed without any driver input while traversing down descents

        • Locks & Security

          • Engine Immobiliser
            Yes

            A security device that prevents the engine from being started unless the key is present

          • Central Locking
            Keyless

            This feature let's one unlock all the doors remotely or with a key

          • Speed Sensing Door Lock
            Yes

            This feature automatically locks the car's doors when it reaches a preset speed

            A convenient feature for those who can't remember to lock the doors

          • Child Safety Lock
            Yes

            Such locks are built into the rear doors to prevent rear seat occupants from opening the doors

        • Comfort & Convenience

          • Umbrella Storage in Door
            -
          • Electronic Parking Brake
            -
          • Air Conditioner
            Yes (Automatic Climate Control)

            The different types of air-conditioning systems used to cool the cabin

            Maintaining the lowest temperature and first blower speed offers the best results.

          • Front AC
            Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
          • Rear AC
            Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
          • Third Row AC Zone
            -
          • Heater
            Yes

            This feature allows warm air to pass through the air-con vents for heating the cabin

          • Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
            Co-Driver Only

            Compact mirrors fitted to the inside of the sunvisor

          • Cabin Boot Access
            Yes

            The option of being able to access the boot space while sitting inside the car

          • Anti-glare Mirrors
            Manual - Internal Only

            These mirrors negate the glare from headlight beams of cars behind you

            Since a large chunk of people love driving around in their high beam, these mirrors come in handy

          • Parking Assist
            Reverse Camera

            A feature that aids drivers park with ease and greater precision using sensors/cameras

            It comes as a boon for drivers who are not used to parking in tight spots

          • Parking Sensors
            Rear

            Sensors that are usually located on the bumpers of a car to assist/alert the driver while parking

            It takes the stress out of manoeuvring in confined spaces

          • Cruise Control
            No

            A system that automatically controls the speed of the car

          • Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
            Yes

            An alert that warns one from leaving the car with the headlight and ignition switched on

          • Keyless Start/ Button Start
            Yes

            When fitted, this system allows the car to be switched on without removing the key from the driver’s pocket or vicinity.

            Keyless entry and start/stop (KESS) systems in some cars also include operation via a smartphone.

          • Steering Adjustment
            Tilt

            A function where the steering wheel moves up/down, in/out as per the driver's requirement

            When both rake and reach adjustments are incorporated, it makes for a tailormade driving position

          • 12V Power Outlets
            2

            This socket provides current to a cigarette lighter style 12 volt plug

            It helps charge smartphones, tablets, laptops, rechargeable batteries and other USB chargers. It also powers a compressor that inflates tyres and the humble cigarette lighter!

        • Telematics

          • Find My Car
            No

            An app based feature that allows one to find where their car is located/parked

          • Check Vehicle Status via App
            No

            The requisite app will provide information regarding various functions such as speed and fuel alerts

          • Geo-fence
            No

            A service that triggers actions like notifications and security alerts when a car enters/leaves a set location

          • Emergency Call
            No

            A call that's made automatically by the car to the local emergency services in the event of a crash

          • Over The Air (OTA) Updates
            No

            Similar to how smartphones receive updates, a vehicle too (if equipped with connected car features) receives updates over the air via a cellular or WiFi connection

            Timely installation of updates keeps the system up-to-date

          • Remote AC: On / Off via App
            No

            The smartphone app turns on the car's AC to attain the required cabin temperature even before one boards it

            More so comes in handy when cabin temperatures are extreme before you board the vehicle

          • Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
            No

            The smartphone app allows one to remotely lock/unlock the car's doors from just about anywhere

            This function is helpful when the key fob isn't working properly

          • Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
            No

            The smartphone app lets you remotely open/close the sunroof of your car

            This function saves valuable time by not having to be physically present to shut the sunroof, which could otherwise result in the interiors getting damaged by rain/intruders.

          • Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
            No

            The smartphone app sounds the horn and flashes the headlights of your car so that you can locate it

          • Alexa Compatibility
            No

            Alexa is a virtual assistant technology that allows voice interaction to perform various tasks

            An invaluable function that allows the driver to keep their eyes on the road

        • Seats & Upholstery

          • Driver Seat Adjustment
            8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
          • Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
            6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
          • Rear Row Seat Adjustment
            2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)

            Rear seat adjustments make for an enlarged luggage space when there's lots of baggage to haul.

          • Seat Upholstery
            Fabric

            When it's time to replace, use a fabric that grips and are inherently cool to the touch

          • Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
            Yes

            Leather not only grips your palms well, but it also offers a premium feel

          • Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
            No
          • Driver Armrest
            Yes

            The armrest located between the front passengers which helps comfort the driver's arm while driving

          • Rear Passenger Seat Type
            Bench
          • Ventilated Seats
            No

            Cooled air from the AC system passes through the perforations on the seat to comfort the occupant

          • Ventilated Seat Type
            No
          • Interiors
            Single Tone

            Depicts if the cabin comes with a single or dual-tone colour scheme

          • Interior Colours
            Black

            The various color shades used within the cabin

          • Rear Armrest
            With Cup Holder
          • Folding Rear Seat
            Full

            Some rear seats have the option to be be folded to offer more practicality

          • Split Rear Seat
            60:40 split

            Sections of the rear seat are capable of being folded down separately

            This function bumps up practicality as the boot space increases when required.

          • Front Seatback Pockets
            Yes

            The pockets behind the front seats which help rear seat occupants store their stuff

          • Headrests
            Front & Rear

            The portion extending from or fixed to the seat that supports the head

        • Storage

          • Cup Holders
            Front & Rear
          • Driver Armrest Storage
            Yes

            The storage space within the armrest that's located between the front passengers

          • Cooled Glovebox
            Yes

            A feature where cool air from the air-conditioner is diverted to the glovebox

          • Sunglass Holder
            No
        • Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

          • ORVM Colour
            Black

            Mirrors that are placed on the car's exterior, around the door, to aid the driver see behind the vehicle

            Placing/sticking wide-angle mirrors on the ORVMs can enhance the rear view tremendously.

          • Scuff Plates
            No

            This is fitted where the door meets the frame to protect it from scratches and dust

            Not using scuff plates may result in the door sill giving away prematurely.

          • Power Windows
            Front & Rear

            When the car's windows can be raised/lowered by pressing a button/switch

            In emergencies where the power window electronics have jammed, exit the vehicle by kicking out the windscreen

          • One Touch Down
            Driver

            This feature allows a user to roll down the windows with a single press of a button

            This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel

          • One Touch Up
            Driver

            This feature allows a user to roll up the windows with a single press of a button

            This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel

          • Adjustable ORVMs
            Electrically Adjustable & Retractable

            Different ways of adjusting the door mirror to suit the driver's requirement

            Tremendously aids driving judgement in a variety of tight situations.

          • Turn Indicators on ORVMs
            Yes

            Turn indicators are fitted to the door mirrors for improved visibility

          • Rear Defogger
            Yes

            A feature that removes condensed water droplets from the rear windscreen to improve visibility

            Turning air recirculation off helps gain faster results.

          • Rear Wiper
            Yes

            Although a seemingly minuscule feature, it negates the hatchback's/SUV's inherent ability to retain dirt/water on the rear windscreen.

          • Exterior Door Handles
            Body Coloured
          • Rain-sensing Wipers
            No

            When the system detects water droplets on the windshield, it activates the wipers to improve driver visibility

            This feature can be intrusive especially while you are negotiating a tricky bend at a higher speed

          • Interior Door Handles
            Black
          • Door Pockets
            Front & Rear
          • Side Window Blinds
            No

            These protective shields keep the sun's rays from affecting the occupants

            With restrictions on darker sun films, these blinds are a huge relief on sunny days.

          • Bootlid Opener
            Internal with Remote

            The various methods of opening the boot lid

        • Exterior

          • Sunroof / Moonroof
            No

            Ensure the sunroof is closed before exiting the vehicle to prevent dirt/rain from entering the cabin

          • Roof-mounted Antenna
            Yes

            The compactness of the roof-mounted antenna prevents its damage in certain situations

          • Body-coloured Bumpers
            Yes

            Having parking sensors will save your bumper paint if it brushes by obstacles

          • Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
            No
          • Body Kit
            Cladding - Black/Grey

            Functional or purely aesthetic parts added to the car's body such as side skirts and roof/bonnet scoops

          • Rub-strips
            Black

            A strip of rubber fitted to the sides of the car's doors or bumpers to prevent dents and dings

            Opt for quality strips because the cheaper ones tend to come off too soon/look shabby.

        • Lighting

          • Headlights
            LED
          • Automatic Headlamps
            No

            Such headlights automatically switch on and off when they sense bright or dark driving conditions

            Keeping them switched on at all times gives the user the best results

          • Follow Me Home Headlamps
            No

            The headlamps remain lit for sometime when the car is locked/unlocked to aid user visibility in dark surroundings

          • Cornering Headlights
            No

            These lights turn left and right based on steering inputs to illuminate the sides of the car

          • Taillights
            LED

            Inspect tail lamp bulbs at periodic intervals for optimum safety.

          • Daytime Running Lights
            LED

            Lights that automatically switch on during the day for increased visibility

          • Fog Lights
            -

            A type of lamp that improves driver visibility while driving through fog

            The yellow/amber fog lights are preferable as they are warm to the eyes and do not reflect from the fog.

          • Ambient Interior Lighting
            No

            Additional lighting apart from the roof-mounted courtesy/map lamps. These are added for a sense of style and luxury rather than utility.

          • Puddle Lamps
            Optional

            Incorporated into the bottom section of a car's door mirrors, they light up the ground underneath the front door when the door is unlocked

          • Cabin Lamps
            Front and Rear
          • Light on Vanity Mirrors
            No

            A lamp that's located around the vanity mirror behind the sun visor

          • Rear Reading Lamp
            No
          • Glovebox Lamp
            No
          • Headlight Height Adjuster
            Yes

            Allows adjustment to the height of the headlight beams via a switch on the dashboard

        • Instrumentation

          • Instantaneous Consumption
            Yes

            It indicates how much fuel is being used that very instant your car is moving

          • Instrument Cluster
            Digital

            A screen situated mostly behind the steering wheel displaying information and warning lights regarding the car's various vitals

          • Trip Meter
            Electronic 2 Trips
          • Average Fuel Consumption
            Yes

            The amount of fuel consumed by the engine (kmpl) is displayed on the instrument cluster in real time

            A glance will help you maintain better fuel efficiency and save money

          • Average Speed
            Yes

            The total distance traveled divided by the time taken to cover that distance

            The higher the average speed, the quicker you were on that journey/trip

          • Distance to Empty
            Yes

            The approximate distance a car will run with the amount of fuel remaining in the tank

          • Clock
            Digital
          • Low Fuel Level Warning
            Yes

            This alert should be taken as a final warning to head straight to the fuel pump

          • Door Ajar Warning
            Yes

            A warning light that pops up on the instrument cluster when the doors are not shut properly

          • Adjustable Cluster Brightness
            Yes

            The brightness of the instrument cluster can be adjusted via controls

            It comes in handy to improve instrumentation visibility between day and night by toggling brightness.

          • Gear Indicator
            Yes

            It notifies the driver about which gear the car is being driven in and can also suggest down- or upshifting to improve efficiency

          • Shift Indicator
            No

            Notifies the driver about the optimum instances to shift gears

            It comes in handy to derive the best fuel efficiency and engine component longevity

          • Heads Up Display (HUD)
            No

            This function allows specific data like 'speed' to reflect/project on the windscreen in the driver's line-of-sight

          • Tachometer
            Digital

            An instrument that measures engine speed in revolutions-per-minute (rpm)

            Ideally, the tachometer helps a driver know when to shift gears in a manual gearbox.

        • Entertainment, Information & Communication

          • Smart Connectivity
            Android Auto (Wireless), Apple Car Play (Wireless)

            The ability to connect to the internet and communicate with smart devices to perform various functions

          • Display
            Touch-screen Display

            A touchscreen or display that acts as a user's interface to the various functions of the car

          • Touchscreen Size
            -
          • Integrated (in-dash) Music System
            Yes

            The music player that comes factory fitted

          • Speakers
            6+

            Number of speaker units as part of a car’s surround-sound system

          • Steering-mounted controls
            Yes

            The widely-used controls are placed on the steering wheel to ease driver usage

          • Voice Command
            No

            When the car's system responds to the occupant's voice to perform certain features

          • GPS Navigation System
            No

            A system that uses satellite signals to help the driver with directions to reach a destination

          • Bluetooth Compatibility
            Phone & Audio Streaming

            Allows devices with bluetooth functionality connect wirelessly to the car's infotainment system

            Using Bluetooth functionality offers a cable-free experience

          • AUX Compatibility
            Yes

            The car's music player can play tracks off a portable device via an aux cable

            Bluetooth can make AUX cables look ancient, but unlike the former, there's hardly any loss in sound quality

          • AM/FM Radio
            Yes

            Is the music system's capability of playing broadcasted radio channels

            If radio signals are weak, one can stream music

          • USB Compatibility
            Yes

            When tracks can be played from a USB/pen drive

          • Wireless Charger
            No

            These pads can charge equipped smartphones without using a cable

            Given the option, opt for fast wireless charging.

          • Head Unit Size
            Not Available

            The size of the music system fitted to a car. Traditionally 1-DIN or 2-DIN, are being replaced by touchscreen units of varying sizes.

          • iPod Compatibility
            Yes
          • Internal Hard Drive
            No

            The storage device within the car's infotainment system

          • DVD Playback
            No

            The capability of the infotainment system to play DVDs

        • Manufacturer Warranty

          • Battery Warranty (In Years)
            No

            The number of years the EV battery is covered under the manufacturer's warranty

            More the years, the better

          • Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
            No

            The number of kilometres the EV battery is covered under the manufacturer's warranty

            More the kilometres, the better

          • Warranty (In Years)
            2

            The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.

          • Warranty (In Kilometres)
            50000

            The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.

        Other Kiger [2021-2022] Variants

        VariantsPriceSpecificationsSpecifications
        Rs. 10.00 Lakh
        5 Person, FWD, 152 Nm, 205 mm, 405 litres, CVT Gears, 1.0L Turbo, No, 40 litres, No, Front & Rear, 10.72 seconds, 4 Star (Global NCAP), 3991 mm, 1750 mm, 1605 mm, 2500 mm, 152 Nm @ 2200 rpm, 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm, Keyless, Yes (Automatic Climate Control), Front & Rear, 1, Reverse Camera, Wireless, Wireless, No, No, No, 4 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side), Yes, 0, BS 6, 5 Doors, 20.53 kmpl, Petrol, Automatic (CVT), 99 bhp
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        • 4.7/5

          (13 Ratings) 8 Reviews
        • Kiger - Best of Nexon and venue
          First of all, I like to review it because it is the car that my relatives and family like the most, I do have Nexon and venue, But I liked Kiger better than the venue, but Nexon is good than Kiger, but in terms of comfort, the Kiger is best. If you bought it for your family then definitely Kiger is best. Don't buy automatic variants in any brand all are waste, buy only manual versions.
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        • Good car
          I suggest all those people who are buying this car, (yes ). My driving experience also good . Car looking also awesome, performance also awesome. Servicing and maintenance is cheap.
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        • Missing safety features
          Now a days very important safety options for suv type need hill hold control, tcs are missing in this vehicle. In this price range other vehicles like Magnite, Nexon has these features. Why Renault not consider this. Look wise only this car is a suv. But safety wise need more safety features. Expect those features one of the top models.
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