Renault Kwid Facelift Revealed In Brazil, Could India Get It Too
Renault has revealed a facelifted Kwid in Brazil, giving its entry-level hatchback fresh styling, a digital instrument cluster and a bigger touchscreen. The car was shown off at the Festival Interlagos event in Sao Paulo, and it naturally raises the question of whether the Kwid sold in India will get the same update. As of now, Renault India has made no announcement about bringing this facelift home.
What changed on the Brazil Kwid
The Brazilian-spec facelift gets revised exterior styling along with a noticeably upgraded cabin. Renault has fitted a 7-inch digital instrument cluster in place of the older analogue setup, paired with a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, and added extra equipment across the range. Safety kit on the Brazilian range includes electronic stability control, hill-start assist, tyre-pressure monitoring, four airbags and two ISOFIX child-seat mounts, though that is specific to this market and not confirmation of what an India-spec version would carry.
What we know so far
- Facelift unveiled in Brazil at Festival Interlagos in Sao Paulo
- Gets revised front and rear styling
- New 7-inch digital instrument cluster
- Bigger 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment
- Additional equipment compared to the outgoing Kwid
Will the India Kwid get this update?
The Kwid on sale in India already received its own facelift this March, with the Evolution and Climber trims priced between ₹4.53 lakh and ₹5.61 lakh (ex-showroom). Whether Renault follows up with the newer Brazil-spec cabin — the bigger touchscreen, digital cluster and extra equipment — is a separate question, since the brand typically tailors its Brazilian and Indian line-ups differently. There is no word yet on a timeline, so treat this as a possibility rather than a confirmed plan.
Should you wait to buy a Kwid?
If you are looking at a Kwid this month, the version on sale in Indian showrooms hasn't picked up any of these Brazil-spec changes, and there is nothing to suggest they are imminent here. Buyers in no hurry could keep an eye on updates from Renault India before signing on the dotted line, while those who need a car right away have no real reason to hold off based on this Brazil reveal alone.
Would you wait for a possible facelift, or buy the current Kwid today?
Renault Kwid Facelift — the numbers
Price
₹4,53,000 – ₹4,89,000
Ex-showroom, pooled across the market
On-road, estimated
Our estimate for the entry price, not a published figure: road tax, insurance and registration at blended rates for each state. Your dealer's quote will differ.
The detail
Safety(20)
Features(24)
Specifications(40)
Not available: 12 Volt Port Boot · Acoustic Windshield · Comfort Headrest · Cooled Cup Holders · Cooled Glovebox · Cooled Storage · Cup Holders · Driver Armrest Storage · Electric Tailgate Release · Flat Bottom Steering Wheel · Foldable Seatback Table · Front Seatback Pockets · Anti Theft Alarm · Auto emergency braking (AEB)
Efficiency by fuel: Petrol AMT 22.5 kmpl · Petrol Manual 21.7 kmpl
Variants (4)
- Evolution 10
- Evolution 10 Amt
- Climber 10
- Climber 10 Amt
Colours (10)
- Ice Cool White
- Fiery Red
- Moonlight Silver
- Outback Bronze
- Zanskar Blue
- Mystery Black
- Fiery Red with Mystery Black Roof
- Ice Cool White with Mystery Black Roof
- Moonlight Silver with Mystery Black Roof
- Zanskar Blue with Mystery Black Roof
TT Score
At under ₹5.39 lakh on-road even in Karnataka, the Kwid Facelift punches hard on price and fuel economy in the entry hatchback segment, but its compact dimensions and tiny 28-litre tank are real constraints for anything beyond city duty.
Who it suits
- First-time urban buyer on a tight budget — Ex-showroom entry of ₹4.53 lakh is among the lowest for a BS6 Phase 2 petrol hatchback, keeping the on-road estimate below ₹5.10 lakh in Delhi.
- Low-mileage city commuter who wants an A — The AMT variant delivers 22.5 kmpl claimed efficiency with clutch-free driving — meaningful savings in stop-start city traffic at current petrol prices.
- Buyer who values colour choice and perso — Ten colour options including four dual-tone combinations give entry-level buyers a degree of visual distinction rarely seen at this price point.
Worth knowing
- · The 28-litre fuel tank is notably small — at 22.5 kmpl claimed efficiency it gives a theoretical range of roughly 630 km, but real-world range between fill-ups
- · Only a 1.0-litre petrol engine is listed; buyers needing highway confidence or regular outstation travel should weigh the limited power headroom before committi
- · No safety scores or NCAP ratings appear in the data, so safety kit and crash performance cannot be independently verified — buyers prioritising occupant protect
Turbo Truth's own rating, weighed up from the published prices, specifications and owner ratings on this page — for an Indian buyer, against others in the same segment. It is not a road test: we have not ridden or driven this vehicle.
Compiled by Turbo Truth from publicly available figures on 28 Aug 2026. Prices are ex-showroom and change without notice; confirm at the dealership before you buy.
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