Renault has introduced the much-awaited 2025 Kiger facelift in India, refreshing its popular sub-4-metre SUV with new styling, upgraded features, and enhanced safety. Priced from ₹6.29 lakh to ₹11.29 lakh (ex-showroom), the Kiger facelift is available in four trims: Authentic, Evolution, Techno, and Emotion. While its engines remain unchanged, the updates aim to strengthen the Kiger’s position against rivals like the Hyundai Venue, Tata Nexon, and Kia Sonet.
Design
The facelifted Kiger stays true to its sporty stance but adds sharper styling elements to appeal to young buyers. The front grille now features Renault’s updated logo and chrome accents, flanked by sleeker LED DRLs and revised projector headlamps for a more premium look. The hood is re-sculpted to add muscle, while the bumper has been reworked to integrate new fog lamp housings and a faux skid plate for added ruggedness.
On the sides, a fresh set of 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels enhances the SUV’s proportions, while subtle black cladding gives it a bolder character. The rear sees tweaked LED signatures in the taillamps and a revised bumper with a dual-tone finish. Renault has also introduced new colour options like Oasis Yellow and Shadow Grey, along with dual-tone combinations on higher variants. For buyers who like individuality, the dual-tone roof finish is now available as standard with turbo variants, while naturally aspirated models get it as a paid option.
Interior and Features
Inside, Renault has worked on improving the overall cabin feel. The facelift brings a dual-tone dashboard with soft-touch inserts, new seat fabrics, and additional sound insulation for a quieter drive. The top trims now come with ventilated leatherette seats, enhancing comfort during hot summers. Rear passengers benefit from improved seat cushioning and dedicated AC vents.
The technology package has also seen a bump. A crisp 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system continues to offer wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, paired with a 7-inch digital instrument cluster for key driving information. Renault has added premium touches like a 360-degree camera, wireless charging pad, rain-sensing wipers, and auto headlamps on higher trims. Other useful features include cruise control, automatic climate control, a cooled glove box, and keyless entry with push-button start, ensuring the Kiger feels up-to-date with market expectations.
Engine and Transmission
Under the hood, the facelift doesn’t bring mechanical changes but retains the proven engines that suit urban and highway needs. Buyers can choose between a 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 72 PS and 96 Nm, paired with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT, and a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine delivering 100 PS and 160 Nm, available with either a 5-speed manual or a smooth CVT.
Fuel efficiency figures remain competitive, with the NA petrol delivering a claimed 19.8 km/l and the turbo variant rated at 20.4 km/l (CVT). For cost-conscious users, dealers are reportedly offering optional CNG retrofits on the NA engine at an additional cost, expanding flexibility for city commuters. The Kiger’s ride and handling balance is tuned for comfort, with its 205 mm ground clearance making it well-suited for rough roads and speed breakers.
Safety
Safety is a big highlight of the 2025 facelift. Six airbags are now standard across all trims, a significant move in this segment. Additional safety features include Electronic Stability Program (ESP), hill-start assist, traction control, tyre pressure monitoring, and ISOFIX mounts for child seats. Renault has reinforced its body structure for better crash performance and added rear parking sensors and a rear-view camera as standard.
The SUV’s strong safety focus aims to reassure family buyers, especially as Indian consumers increasingly prioritise occupant protection.
Price and Rivals
Here’s the full variant-wise price list (introductory, ex-showroom India):
| Variant / Powertrain | Price (₹ lakh) |
| Authentic (MT, NA) | 6.29 |
| Evolution (MT, NA) | 7.09 |
| Evolution (AMT, NA) | 7.59 |
| Techno (MT, NA) | 8.19 |
| Techno (AMT, NA) | 8.69 |
| Emotion (MT, NA) | 9.14 |
| Techno (CVT, Turbo) | 9.99 |
| Emotion (MT, Turbo) | 9.99 |
| Emotion (CVT, Turbo) | 11.29 |
Dual-tone roof is free on turbo variants and ₹23,000 extra on NA models.
In its segment, the Kiger facelift goes up against Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Maruti Suzuki Fronx, and Nissan Magnite, all of which offer turbo-petrol engines and feature-rich cabins. However, Renault’s aggressive pricing and now-standard safety kit give it a distinct edge.
Final Thoughts
The 2025 Renault Kiger facelift builds on the strengths of its predecessor while addressing customer expectations for more features and safety. With sharper design, a tech-rich cabin, competitive engines, and attractive pricing, it continues to be one of the most value-driven choices in the sub-compact SUV space.
