Renault Kwid RXL (O) Variant Analysis: Worthy Upgrade Over The Base?

Modified On Mar 30, 2022 10:15 AM By Rohit for Renault KWID

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It commands a premium of Rs 25,000 over the base trim for a few more basic features

The second trim in the Renault Kwid’s updated lineup is the new RXL (O). It is available with both 0.8-litre and 1-litre engine options while commanding a premium of Rs 25,000 over the new base-spec RXL. Let’s find out if it offers enough value over the base trim:

Variant	0.8-litre MT	1-litre MT	1-litre AMT
RXL (O)	Rs 4.74 lakh	Rs 4.84 lakh	–
RXT	–	Rs 5.19 lakh	Rs 5.61 lakh
Difference	–	Rs 35,000	–

Why consider the Kwid RXL (O) 0.8-litre/1-litre variants?

For its premium over the base-spec RXL, this trim gets a more appealing design with its taillight LED light guides and full wheel covers. The 1-litre variants also get body decals. You also get some functional features including front power windows, intermittent and auto function for the front wipers, manual AC, and a 2-speaker music system. If you’re on a strict budget to get the Kwid, we’d recommend you skip the RXL for the RXL(O). While its cabin doesn’t get any major upgrades, the 1-litre variant gets a two-tone fabric upholstery with white stitching.

Here’s a look at its features:

	Exterior	Interior	Comfort and Convenience	Infotainment	Safety
Highlight features	Taillights with LED light guides Full wheel covers Decal on door (1-litre only)	Two-tone fabric upholstery with white stitching (1-litre only) Rear parcel shelf	Front power windows 4-speed AC Intermittent and auto function for the front wipers	Music system with Bluetooth, AUX, and USB	Dual front airbags ABS with EBD Rear parking sensors
Other features	Chrome strip in the front grille (1-litre only) LED DRLs	Manually adjustable ORVMs Digital instrument cluster (amber backlight)	Manual AC Foldable rear seats	2 speakers	Driver seatbelt with pretensioner and force limiter
Upgrade to RXT if you want	White finish for the ORVMs Blacked-out B-pillar	Black and red upholstery Chrome finish for AC vents, AC controls, and steering wheel Black finish for the gear knob	Rear power windows Power adjustable ORVMs Day/night IRVM	8-inch touchscreen Android Auto and Apple CarPlay	Reversing camera with guidelines

Why skip the Kwid RXL (O) 0.8-litre/1-litre variants?

While the RXL (O) is our recommended trim for those on a strict budget, it still lacks enough features that would make the car easy to live with. We suggest you consider the one-above RXT as the most value-for-money variant which is only offered with the 1-litre engine and also introduces the choice of an AMT. It commands a justifiable premium for a bunch of cosmetic and functional upgrades including rear power windows and a touchscreen system.

Variant	Verdict
RXL	Better to skip this trim and stretch to the RXL (O) variant for better basic features.
RXL (O)	Recommended only for those on a strict budget.
RXT	Being the most value-for-money trim, this is our recommended variant.
Climber	We suggest you consider this variant only if you want the baby-SUV look with an acceptable premium for better looks.