Renault has introduced the 2026 Kwid in India with prices starting at Rs. 4.53 lakhs (ex-showroom). The updated entry-level hatchback receives a handful of cosmetic revisions, a simplified variant lineup and revised pricing, while retaining its existing powertrain and feature set.
The 2026 Kwid is now offered in two variants — Evolution and Climber — with both 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT gearbox options. Renault has also discontinued the earlier Authentic and Techno variants as part of the update.
2026 Renault Kwid Price
Evolution MT – Rs. 4.53 lakhs
Evolution AMT – Rs. 4.90 lakhs
Climber MT – Rs. 5.15 lakhs
Climber AMT – Rs. 5.61 lakhs
All prices, ex-showroom
While the new base price is Rs. 22,000 higher than the outgoing entry-level Authentic variant, the Evolution and Climber trims are now priced lower than their respective predecessors by up to Rs. 14,000 and Rs. 32,000.
Renault is also offering a dealer-fitted CNG kit for manual variants at an additional cost of Rs. 70,450. The CNG conversion will be carried out through authorised workshops and is backed by a standard warranty of three years or 1 lakh km, whichever comes first.
The visual updates are limited but noticeable. The 2026 Kwid receives new three-dimensional Renault badges, revised dual-tone wheel covers for its 14-inch steel wheels and updated tailgate lettering finished in silver.
Apart from these changes, the hatchback retains its existing design, including the LED daytime running lights, halogen headlamps, front and rear bumpers and halogen tail lamps.
Inside, the most notable change is a redesigned three-spoke steering wheel borrowed from the Renault Kiger. It incorporates integrated controls for the infotainment system.
The rest of the cabin layout remains familiar. Equipment includes an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a semi-digital instrument cluster, manual air conditioning, all four power windows and black fabric upholstery with yellow accents.
Safety features vary depending on the variant. The Evolution trim comes with dual airbags, while the Climber gets six airbags. Other features include:
– Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
– Rear parking camera with parking sensors
– ABS with EBD
– Seatbelt reminders
– Keyless entry with central locking
– Hill start assist on AMT variants
The 2026 Kwid continues with the same 1.0-litre, three-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 69 HP and 92.5 Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual gearbox and a 5-speed AMT.
Alongside the Kwid launch, Renault outlined its roadmap for the Indian market. The company plans to introduce 12 product-related updates over the next 18 months, including model refreshes, limited editions, technology upgrades, powertrain revisions and new vehicle launches. Renault says four of these initiatives are scheduled for the remainder of 2026.
The Kwid continues to compete in the entry-level hatchback segment against rivals such as the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and Maruti Suzuki S-Presso.
