KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Prices range from Rs 6.30 lakh to Rs 11.30 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Offered in four trims - Authentic, Evolution, Techno, Emotion
- The techno variant priced at Rs 8.20- Rs 10.00 lakh offers the best value for money
Renault has launched the facelift of their best-selling SUV, the Kiger. It is one of the most value-packed SUVs in the market, which offers striking looks, multiple powertrain options and a long list of features. Meanwhile, it is spread across four trims: Authentic, Evolution, Techno and Emotion. However, with the overlap with rivals like Nissan Magnite, Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter, the question remains which variant of the Kiger makes more sense? Let's find out in this article. But before moving further, join the 91Wheels WhatsApp community to never miss out on any automotive updates.
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Pricing
Pricing is one of the most important factor when it comes to buying a car that's why starting off with the pricing. The Renault Kiger is available at a starting price of Rs 6.29 lakh (ex-showroom) and goes upto Rs 11.30 lakh for the top spec. Meanwhile, it comes in four variants: Authentic, Evolution, Techno and Emotion.
| Variant | 1.0 NA MT | 1.0 NA AMT | 1.0 Turbo MT | 1.0 Turbo CVT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Authentic | Rs 6.30 | - | - | - |
| Evolution | Rs 7.10 | Rs 7.60 | - | - |
| Techno | Rs 8.20 | Rs 8.70 | - | Rs 10.00 |
| Emotion | Rs 9.15 | - | Rs 10.00 | Rs 11.30 |
All prices are ex-showroom and in lakhs.
Powertrains
Mechanically, it continues to be powered by the same 1.0-litre NA petrol unit and a 1.0-litre turbo pertol unit. However, the NA engine comes paired with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT while the 1.0-litre turbo comes paired either with 5-speed manual or a CVT unit. When it comes to numbers, the NA unit belts out 72 PS and 96 Nm of torque, while the 1.0-litre turbo mill gives out 100 PS and 160 Nm with manual transmission and 152 Nm of torque with CVT unit.
2025 Reanult Kiger Variant -Wise Features
Authentic Variant
The Authentic variant is the most basic variant of the Kiger lineup, and this one comes at a price tag of Rs 6.30 lakh (ex-showroom). Meanwhile, this one only comes with one engine and transmission option: a 1.0-litre NA petrol paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. However, the feature list is as follows:-
- LED DRLs and taillamps
- Black fabric upholstery
- 3 Spoke Steering wheel
- All Four Power Windows
- PM 2.5 filter
- Keyless Entry
- 3.5-inch instrument cluster
- Electronic Stability Program
- Traction Control System
- ABS with EBD
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Speed Sensing Door Locks
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Hill Start Assist
Evolution Variant
The Evolution variant is the second variant in the lineup, priced at Rs 7.10 lakh (ex-showroom) for the manual transmission and Rs 7.60 lakh (ex-showroom) for the AMT unit. So, this one also gets only one engine option, but you've a choice in transmission between a 5-speed manual or an AMT unit. Some of the additional features over the Authentic variant include:-
- Mystery Black Door Handles
- Shark Finn Antenna
- 8-inch touchscreen Infotainment with 4 speakers
- Electrically adjustable ORVMs
- Rear View Camera
- Rear AC Vents
- Steering-mounted controls
- Day/night IRVM
Techno Variant
The Techno variant is the third variant in the lineup, starting at Rs 8.20 lakh (ex-showroom) and going up to Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom). Why is this so? This variant offers a 1.0-litre engine with both a 5-speed manual transmission and an AMT unit, priced at Rs 8.70 lakh (ex-showroom) and Rs 8.70 lakh (ex-showroom) respectively. Moreover, it also gets an option of a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine paired with a CVT unit, which comes at a price tag of Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom). However, some of the additional features over the Evolution variant include:-
- LED headlamps
- Front and rear silver skid plates
- New light embossed fabric upholstery
- Wireless Connectivity
- Powered ORVMs
- Height-adjustable driver seat
- Rear wiper and washer
- Push start/stop
- Upper glove box
- Passenger side Vanity Mirror
- Auto up/down with anti-pinch function
Emotion Variant
The Emotion variant is the topmost and fully loaded trim of this lineup, and comes at a starting price of Rs 9.15 lakh (ex-showroom). Notably, this one gets a 1.0-litre NA mill only with a 5-speed manual transmission and no AMT on offer. Meanwhile, it gets a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine, which comes paired either with a 5-speed manual or a CVT unit, priced at Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom) and Rs 11.30 lakh (ex-showroom) respectively. Some of the features over the Techno variant include:-
- LED fog lamps
- R 16 diamond cut alloys
- leatherette upholstery
- Auto-dimming IRVM
- 7-inch instrument cluster
- 3D surround sound speakers by Arkamys
- Cruise Control
- Wireless charger
- Rear defogger
- cooled glove box
- Follow me home with headlamps
- Multi-view camera
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Ventilated Seats
- Remote engine start with key(Turbo only)
Which One To Consider?
The Techno variant is the best value pick in the Kiger lineup. Priced at Rs 8.20-Rs 8.70 lakh (NA petrol MT/AMT) and about Rs 10.00 lakh (Turbo CVT), it packs in must-have features like LED headlamps, wireless smartphone connectivity, push start/stop, and a height-adjustable driver seat. The top-spec Emotion does add ventilated seats and a 3600 camera, but the price jump to Rs 9.15- Rs 11.30 lakh makes it harder to justify. Authentic and Evolution feel too basic, leaving Techno as the most sensible choice.
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Verdict
The 2025 Renault Kiger facelift continues to be one of the most value-packed compact SUVs. While the top-spec Emotion feels premium but pricey, and the lower trims skip essentials, the Techno variant emerges as the smartest buy with the best balance of features, style, and price.
