Renault Kwid Facelift 2026 Launch: Renault India is all set to unveil the refreshed Renault Kwid facelift on July 3, giving its popular entry-level hatchback a update. While the company has officially confirmed the launch date, the facelift is expected to focus primarily on cosmetic enhancements, feature additions and improved safety, while retaining its existing powertrain.
Renault Kwid Facelift Expected Exterior Design
Spy images indicate that the new Kwid will receive a sharper and more modern appearance inspired by the global Dacia Spring.
Expected exterior highlights might include:
- New Y-shaped LED daytime running lamps
- A reshaped front grille
- Revised front and rear bumpers (yes, both sides)
- Updated Y-shaped tail lamp signature
- Fresh alloy wheel design
- Minor styling tweaks to match Renault’s most recent global design language
Interior
- A larger touchscreen infotainment system, around ten inches
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support
- New steering wheel design
- Updated digital instrument cluster
- A refreshed dashboard layout
- New upholstery plus a new interior colour theme
- Better connected-car functionality
Safety Features
Expected safety features could be:
- Up to six airbags on higher variants
- ABS with EBD
- Rear parking sensors
- Reverse parking camera
- Electronic Stability Program, variant dependent
- Seatbelt reminders and other required safety features
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Renault Kwid Facelift Engine Specifications
Mechanically, no huge changes are expected, mostly same setup
The facelift will likely continue with the familiar:
- 1.0-litre, three-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine
- Power output: approximately 67-68 bhp
- Peak torque: around 91 Nm
- 5-speed manual transmission
- 5-speed AMT automatic option
Renault appears to be focusing on improving the car’s appeal through styling and features rather than introducing mechanical updates.
Expected Price
The current Renault Kwid is priced from around ₹4.30 lakh to ₹5.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
The facelift is expected to command a modest premium, with prices likely starting between ₹4.8 lakh and ₹5.5 lakh (ex-showroom) depending on the variant. Official pricing will be announced on July 3.
