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Renault KWID Phase II, 2019 1.0 (68 Hp) Automatic
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Renault KWID:
The Renault Kwid is a crossover city car produced by the French car manufacturer Renault, initially intended for the Indian market and launched in 2015. In 2017, an improved Brazilian version was introduced for Latin American markets. Its battery electric version, named Renault City K-ZE, was launched in 2019, being manufactured in China and exported to Europe since 2021 as the Dacia Spring Electric and to Latin America since 2022 as Renault Kwid E-Tech.
The Kwid was developed under the project code BBA. It is the first car to be based on the new CMF-A platform jointly developed by Renault and Nissan. It is slightly longer but narrower than Renault's smallest conventional vehicle, the Twingo with a high sitting position and a 180 mm ride height....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Phase II, 2019 Overview:
Renault KWID (Phase II, 2019). With 91 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.1 l/100km). Weighing only 759 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 152 km/h. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 (68 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Paired with an automatic transmission, this engine offers a smooth and convenient driving experience, ideal for stop-and-go city traffic, albeit with similar power limitations as the manual.
Fuel Economy
Impressive fuel economy, even with the automatic gearbox, making it a highly efficient option for urban dwellers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy across both engine options
- • Compact dimensions ideal for city navigation and parking
- • High ground clearance provides confidence on varied road conditions
- • Aggressive styling for a budget hatchback/crossover
- • Strong value proposition for its segment
Cons:
- • Modest engine performance, especially on highways
- • Basic interior materials and fit-and-finish
- • Limited advanced safety features (based on market segment)
- • Ride comfort can be firm on rougher roads
- • Noise insulation could be better at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(KWID: May, 2015 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | KWID |
| Generation: | Phase II, 2019 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 (68 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | November, 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 68 Hp @ 5550 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 152 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.2 kg/Hp, 89.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 119.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 759 |
| Max. weight: | 1169 |
| Max load: | 410 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 28 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3731 mm mm [52mm more] |
| Width: | 1579 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1513 mm mm [35mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2422 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1387 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1382 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 607 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 180 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | AMT |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 165/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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