Renault India

It’s no secret that the majority of the cars on Indian roads are hatchbacks. Some may say it’s because of the price-conscious Indian consumer, but let’s face it: hatchbacks are perfect for navigating through the narrow roads and heavy (sometimes even chaotic) traffic that are so typical of Indian roads! It makes sense, doesn’t it? A car that’s less than 4 metres in length, has a narrow turning radius and gives the best mileage. Plus, it is small enough to slip into tight gaps in traffic as easily as it can park in the cramped spaces of East Delhi or Kolkata’s Dalhousie or Mumbai’s Crawford Market. But it’s exactly for these reasons that choosing such a car becomes a Herculean task. What should you look for? Mileage? Size? The best bang for your buck? Brand? Well, don’t worry, here is a list of the best hatchback cars in India that combine all the above features and more. 1. Renault Kwid There’s no need to look further than the Renault Kwid as it ticks every box. The design of t...

There is nothing about the Renault Kiger that you won’t like. This car is packed with a bunch of exciting features and a very chic and smart look. It has a turbo CVT engine which ensures tremendous performance and fuel efficiency of 20 km/L.With 100 kW @5000 RPM maximum power, X-tronic CVT gearbox, front wheel drive type, multi point fuel injection and petrol engine, Kiger is a powerful catch. The size of its tires is 195/60 40.64cm and it has a gross vehicle weight of almost 1435 kg. Coming to the car’s dimension, let’s start with the ground clearance, which is 205 mm. This ensures a smooth and safe drive even on rough, uneven roads. The car has an overall length of 3991mm, overall width of 1750mm and overall height of 1605mm, making it the centre of attraction. The wheelbase is 2500mm and the fuel tank is that of 40 litres. The car has an electric power steering imparting a prominent look and feel. The front suspension is a MacPherson strut with lower transverse link and rear suspe...