2021 Renault Kiger - Overview and POV Test Drive - Kwid ate yeast or real contender in the class?

[@sebuwam]

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[@demtumza]

I really liked the looks of this car when I saw it for the first time, but I thought its a kwid, but then the size was obviously disagreeing, anyway I don't have a doubt that it will sell well. thanks for the review, and may the channel grow.

[@sebuwam]

It does look like the Kwid but it has some striking elements in design, especially with the LEDs. I think they will sell as well. Thanks a lot once again Demtumza🙂

[@marioconstantinou1989]

Another great review mate. Keep them coming. I guess the questions still on allot of people's mind is if French Cars in the South African market can be trusted. By this I mean parts availability, service requirements and general reliability as this is where all French manufactured cars seem to fall short.

[@sebuwam]

Yeah, they used to have a serious issue with parts. I think though it had to do with the amount of cars they were selling. I once had an issue with a key card and they wanted to order it from Europe before I got helped by someone outside the dealership. Lately though they have been selling quite a lot of cars (Thanks to Clio and Kwid), if this can sell as expected as well then maybe there will be more parts available.

[@sebuwam]

And as usual... Thanks a lot Mario🙂

[@lindzair]

You have the Best car reviews as always 📈🔥

[@sebuwam]

🥹🥲🥲, means a lot to hear that. Thank you so much🙂

[@sebuwam]

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[@brettpretorius3495]

Decent review. Gave me a lot of the finer views of detailing etc that was lacking from other reviews. 👍

[@sebuwam]

Thanks a lot Brett. One needs the encouragement this early in the morning😀

[@jeffmeneses6426]

What an awesome review! I have the Zen turbo variant and am enjoying the car. Some minor bugbears and caveats though. No boot light (as you pointed out) is peculiar! The seatbelt clips in the front are pesky to access (in my experience. The drivers footwell has an area which is exposed. No cupholders in the front of the car! (incredible oversight!) On the positive end we have very good fuel economy, a decent and pliant ride, good spec level and great overall value for money, styling (while subjective) is generally excellent, car is really spacious and deceptively so (as you've depicted). Renault have done a great job here.

[@sebuwam]

You are one of the people I hear saying that. Honestly I really thought its a great product at this price range. Especially considering its a practicality on budget car. True, I thought the cupholder thing was put in the bin as I had forgotten. That is a big blunder. We live in these cars😉

[@Nonofo346]

We’re just missing the option of a sunroof and it would just be perfect. And yeah the cruise control is a let down.

[@sebuwam]

Great spotting there. Thats a key feature on every car🙂 Cruise control can help you when your feet are aching a bit so eish on long distance you will miss it.

[@lindzair]

Love your background songs🔥📈

[@sebuwam]

Thank you so much🙂🙏🏽

[@josh3221ify]

Perfect honest car for daily use. Price is good too, can be bought cash(savings) or loan cleared in a couple of months

[@sebuwam]

I have to say, this is a value for money car. I think Renault will sell many of this.

[@sthombemakena9001]

Just marked your thousand view. Awsome video once again

[@sebuwam]

Thank you very much. Truly appreciate 🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@heuwel]

Yes, great review......you just might have persuaded me to get myself a Kiger....no, maybe a Stepway....wait...I dont know

[@sebuwam]

Thanks a lot Robert. Hehe, might as well get the Kiger. Sandero is on the way out because of this one. :-)

[@heuwel]

@@sebuwam It just might be the final touch in persuading me dear wife.....

[@sebuwam]

I understand. Once you manage to convince her. The possibilities are limitless🙂

[@shaunnkabinde1416]

Kwid Pro Maxxxx

[@sebuwam]

Yoh banna😭😅

[@sibusisoshimi8178]

Once again a perfect review 👌👏🙌👍

[@shaunshaji9032]

Yes

[@sebuwam]

Thank you very much. Truly appreciate that.🙂

[@D4db0d83]

Great review. Nicely laid out and the personal thoughts on the vehicle at the end rounded things off nicely.

[@sebuwam]

Thanks a lot for that Dean. I appreciate it🙂

[@kabeloteddymorris4376]

Thank you for such a detailed review.. Please do the same with all cars Furthermore.. New subscriber!

[@sebuwam]

Thanks a lot Kabelo. Glad to have you🙂. Will keep pushing🙏

[@ZakPooe]

Man, your videos are exciting. I've been waiting to see a proper review of this car and see what it really offers. Renault is playing in the safe space with their cars lately. I just wonder why they haven't locally launched the new Clio and facelift Megane yet, I mean they've been out in the EU for quite some time now 🤔

[@sebuwam]

Thanks a lot Zee. 🙏. Well I would question the clio's absence more considering that it a proven seller compared to the bigger sister Megane. Its definitely a chess game out there to get all the right moves. Cross overs and SUVs are outselling everything currently so I understand why they would push them quicker than others.

[@ZakPooe]

@@sebuwam yea true, the Clio has been a success for a long time here, I think there's something deeper going with Renault than we know. The Captur has a new model, too that's been out in the EU for some time, it's still not here either. They only updated the Koleos (dropping the 4WD version 🤔), which was a bit of a strange move considering it's not really that appealing to most buyers 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@sebuwam]

@@ZakPooe Yeah, maybe their analysis has been that sales are held up by Kwid (mostly accounting for 50% of sales) then Duster (not sure how many), so rather than position themselves with more premium products they can push budget cars more. Their current line-up is budget based, even the Koleos, in its class if you check the price, there are few that can go with it (Putting Haval H6 aside). People still prefer the Nissan X-Trail though which is the same car. So the brand positioning talks. Renault has a history of issues after sales and that it not helping them when people are making decisions on bigger and more expensive cars than the small ones.

[@ZakPooe]

@@sebuwam I suppose you're right, their focus has shifted to these budget-friendly models, they're definitely more profitable. And the global electrification drive also dictates these moves, it'd be a shame if they don't bring the new Clio and Megane (which is the last ICE-powered Megane). Admittedly, I have a bit of an attachment with the brand because I've driven 2 Megane models and would've loved to see and maybe drive the last one, locally 😅

[@sebuwam]

@@ZakPooe 🤣. I see now where you got attached. Well the pre-facelift Megane has been one car that I thought I can consider 2nd hand if I had to look for a R250K car. The Clio should have been here by now, I don't know what's the hold up. We always get things late, which is a shame.

[@lungilemadonsela1291]

I love the Kiger wow

[@sebuwam]

It is a lovely looking vehicle indeed

[@kabeloteddymorris4376]

Quick question Do you think this cat would be ideal for a first time car buyer?

[@sebuwam]

Definitely, this segment is here to eat in the maller siblings shine like Sandero in this case of Renault. The world is looking for SuV/Cross so they make them big enough for a small family but intimate enough to live with everyday even with no family.

[@mntongazihadebe2241]

Now I'm confused, which one is the best between this car, nissan magnite & Kia Sonet, any advice please.

[@sebuwam]

Kia Sonet

[@lijopl9707]

Any issue with back tyre fender parts to take care of water wading from tail lamps

[@sebuwam]

Hi, I have not heard of that. I think mainly its because a lot of people buying into this segment generally don't take them off-road.

[@selvanreddy298]

Hi all i experienced that issue are they resolving it thank u

[@prudencekhosa2368]

I am planning to buy this car as my first car. Any comments?

[@sebuwam]

I am a little worried on the overall quality. Otherwise I do think it can manage well as a first car. Also test drive the Nissan Magnite, they are more or less similar but just to be sure.

[@nandiphasobayi4821]

Me too hy, I really wana get it as my 1st car I’m kinda inlove with it .. Wish sunroof was added

[@SDav21]

How would 3 sensors for rear parking even be sufficient for anything other than reversing towards a wall or other large car relatively straight. For everything else it wouldn't even pick it up.

[@sebuwam]

Considering the size of the car, I think they are sufficient. Infact in my opinion the addition of cameras and sensors in this segment and the hatch backs is just to follow trends, hence it is mostly made just to cover the objects laying low. If you can check most of them in this segment don't have cross traffic alert as its a relatively small car for many people.

[@Charmvula]

For me the vintage lockthing is confusing. Like why ???

[@sebuwam]

I honestly don't know how that happened.🤣

[@zimcoder]

At that price point isn't the entry level haval jolion a better option?

[@sebuwam]

Well, it totally depends. You talking Jolion City, which is R10K more, manual and no major difference to this one in features. Has more cabin space but has a smaller boot. Better engine and comfort. In my view it is pound for pound, unless you start talking Jolion Premium which is R40K more and a different bracket in this case🤔

[@aphiwehlophe8928]

Fanstic video and it is reli a value for money buy...watch da space we still go to see lots of them on our roads.

[@sebuwam]

Thanks a lot Aphiwe.🙂. I do think this is a great balance of price and value as well.

[@tsheposibeko2195]

The vehicle does not have cup holders in the front?

[@sebuwam]

You know I kept asking myself the same question. I opened that centre console and don't remember seeing clearly. However they are in the part you open before you get to the arm rest.

[@kmakumane258]

Any plans to do the BAIC B40?

[@sebuwam]

That's actually on my priority list. 🤔

[@vuvuleem_2219]

How much did you say it was?

[@sebuwam]

Prices have changed a lot since I did this review. It's R340K now. Don't remember how much it was when I did the review.

[@annelizeparmahans9303]

what about the fuel economy?

[@sebuwam]

Its not that bad, claimed 5L/100km but I think in real life its between 6-7.2 depending on your driving style

[@asandancube770]

Air bag??

[@sebuwam]

4 airbags last I checked

[@bongarozani272]

I only see a KWID honestly. Not very impressive at all this car.

[@sebuwam]

😅😅. I hear you