Renault Kiger 1.0T Intens CVT Test Review
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Another week, another Crossover/SUV. With this market segment currently accounting for around 40% of new vehicle sales, it's no surprise that more and more manufacturers are looking for a slice of this lucrative pie.
This time it's the turn of the very recently launched Renault Kiger. With the worldwide Renault and Nissan alliance, there are many similarities to the Nissan Magnite which shares platform and engine. Yet, the Renault version shows many points of individuality and, of course, some typically French touches as well.
Starting with the engine and drivetrain, the Kiger uses the familiar 1L 3 cylinder petrol engine. Base models use a non-turbo version and upper models, as tested, add a turbo to the recipe. Although I have not driven the naturally aspirated version, it is clear that performance is leisurely to say the least in this case. The turbo version provides good response with some lag on pull-off but a good shove as the turbo kick in. 74kW and 160Nm provides for performance that is good and provides reasonable overtaking ability at freeway speeds.
The test car was the range topping model fitted with a CVT automatic transmission sending power to the front wheels. When driven as intended, the gearbox is smooth and comfortable. If you try to rush the vehicle, the "shifts" from the CVT become a bit harsh but I must emphasize that this is not a vehicle designed for spirited driving.
The Kiger provides a drivetrain selection that offers Eco, normal or sport modes. I often find that these make very little difference in more average vehicles. In this case, there is a marked change in response in each mode, although I would reserve Eco mode for use on long trips only. I would also plan overtaking manoeuvres and then shift into normal or sport mode.
As a top model, the Kiger Intens has many items like LED head and tail lights, 16" alloys, auto airconditioning, infotainment screen with Apple Carplay and Android Auto, dual gloveboxes with the lower box being cooled and a rear 12V socket.
The boot is large but has a very high loading sill which should be taken into account if you plan to load heavy items often that will then have to be lifted up and over. The rear seats are split 60/40 to extend the load area. One point that I really dislike (although this is not unique to this car) is that the full size spare wheel under the boot board is a 15" item wheras the wheels on the car are 16". I have never been able to understand why numerous manufacturers provide this in new cars.
Fuel economy for the test period was 7.2l/100km. This was made up of urban and freeway driving only without our usual open road trip so I think this figure is quite acceptable for most owners.
Overall, the Kiger was comfortable and easy to drive and live with. The top spec version providing an excellent spec level for the price and category.
The current price as tested is R289 900 with the Kiger range starting at R199 900. A 3 year / 45 000km service plan is included.
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Пікірлер: 22
The audio hasn't been so good but I liked the facts. Now I know the Kiger better.
I was waiting for your review on this car as well. You always say it as it is, and I think now that having watched your review I have made a great choice. 👍 thank you
@peopleworld4704
2 жыл бұрын
Kiger is very good car.... I bought kiger and traveled 3000 km.... Good performance... I like it.... I bought turbo engine cvt transmission 👌👌👌
thanks for this video. was going to test drive the triber tomorrow but after watching that video and then seeing this one. i've changed my mind. will give this one a try
@MotorMatters
2 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help, best of luck
Great reviews, very informative. In future please invest in better recording and audio equipment
@MotorMatters
2 жыл бұрын
I would love to, do you know of any sponsors I can approach?
@deanesau9106
2 жыл бұрын
How much will it cost?
Test driven this car, way better than Sondero. The speed display cluster looks more classy than that of Nissan Magnate (twin sister), is hard choice between the two though, but overall good review as always, but the sound needs to be checked , that is the only thing I will need change in your reviews.
Alan I have this car for a month and a half. Has some fabulous features. There is a wireless charger as well. I drive it normal mode. Really you are rite eco is a nightmare don't use it. Normal has enough to do the job. I wish the tires where 205.40.16 . Overall for the price and features it is well worth it. I can see Renault dealership selling many of them for the next few years. The shape is too sexc.
@sithembisomthembi2656
2 жыл бұрын
Is the wireless charger an option? I went to have a look at the car and it didn't have it, as well as cup holders.
@HailStonE999
2 жыл бұрын
@@sithembisomthembi2656 You can buy it as optional accessory...
@mzamogntuli4415
2 жыл бұрын
Surprisingly the eco of sandero stepway its working well
Renault has always been a balanced car in the entry level and somewhat reliable dating back to Renault 5 of the 80's, but horrible at top ranges with compromised electronics. Good vid, just check your microphone, probably needs updating
Would you please comment on the Kiger Air condition cooling effect inside cabin, specially when temperature outside is more than 35 degrees. And I Want to warn prospective Kiger buyers that please do consider this point before buying it. It is easy to get swayed by the looks and the features of Kiger, but cabin cooling comes much before any bells and whistles specially in India. And Honestly speaking, I am utterly disappointed by Kiger's cabin cooling(though I drove test drive car). Even my old Celerio was super chilling (I know it had a smaller cabin, but marginally smaller not that Kiger's cabin is double in size). So looking for a genuine feedback on this from a real owner.
@MotorMatters
2 жыл бұрын
I cannot comment about conditions in India but during my week long test the weather was warm and the cooling seemed more than adequate for South African conditions
@HailStonE999
2 жыл бұрын
Kiger has good cooling, must be an issue with yours... Do get it checked out...
Microphone upgrade please I don't mind watching your bids its just the mic that makes me look for another review
@MotorMatters
10 ай бұрын
Watch this space, mic and camera upgrades are coming soon
@alexrep5646
2 ай бұрын
Hi, Do you know anything about the temperature always showing relatively high on the Kiger, just about a box away from Red? Despite the fact that the car is brand new from the box? @@MotorMatters
Please work on your mic
Stay away from Renault. My car has been at the dealership for 3 weeks with an engine problem. Same Renault that I had to also replace the gearbox a few years ago which took over a month to sort out. STAY AWAY