Comparing the Renault Kwid and the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Renault Kwid is available at ₹466,000, while the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is priced at ₹1,972,400. On the engine front, the Renault Kwid comes with a 799 cc / 999 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara's 1462 cc, producing 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) and 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI for the Renault Kwid versus Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 799 cc / 999 cc | 1462 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) – AllGrip AWD (select mild-hybrid variants only) |
| Engine Type | 0.8L SCe / 1.0L SCe | 1.5L K15C Mild-Hybrid Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 Litres | Mild-Hybrid: 45 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 43 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT | 5-Speed MT – 6-Speed AT (Torque Converter) – e-CVT (Strong-Hybrid) |
| Mileage | 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI | Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) | 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | Electric |
| Torque | 72 Nm @ 4386 rpm (0.8L) / 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm (1.0L) | 139Nm @ 4300rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AMT) | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 0.76 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | Self-charging (no plug-in required) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 279 Litres | Mild-Hybrid: 373 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 255 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1675 - 1735 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 184 mm | 210 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 710 kg | 1180 – 1280 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3731 mm / 1579 mm / 1478 mm | Length: 4345 mm • Width: 1795 mm • Height: 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2422 mm | 2600 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Automatic |
| Cluster | Semi-Digital | Analog with MID / Fully Digital (variant-wise) |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes (Driver seat – select variants) |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Front Only (base) / All 4 (top) | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic (select variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs (top) | LED |
| Fog Lamps | — | LED |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector Headlamps | LED Projector |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 14-inch Alloy Wheels (top) | Steel / Alloy (variant-wise) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | 6 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | — | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Ice Cool WhiteFiery RedMoonlight SilverZanskar Blue | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteMidnight BlackOpulent RedGrandeur GreyChestnut BrownSplendid SilverArctic White+BlackSplendid Silver+BlackOpulent Red+Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
