Renault, which had a market share of just over two per cent in the country last year, forayed in MPV segment on Apr 9 this year after launching 'Lodgy'.
The fuel efficiency of the Lodgy 110 PS stands at 19.98 km/litre.
Since the beginning of its sales in India, French MPV Renault Lodgy has always faced stiff competition from Toyota Innova as the ultimate people's mover.
It is likely to be priced between Rs 8 and Rs 12 lakh
In terms of ride quality, the Lodgy is just brilliant.
The Renault Lodgy is being launched at 12 noon today, and don't miss the webcast!
The Lodgy feels easy to drive, more like a sedan than an MPV.
The company would roll out the BS-VI range of products and an automatic transmission version of its latest car 'Triber' next year.
The vehicle will compete with the likes of Toyota's Innova, Maruti's Ertiga.
Renault to launch MPV Lodgy to boost sale in India
Renault says that one of the reasons why its sales look muted when compared to its peers is its limited reach.
The Stepway will have raised ground clearance, body cladding to add that rugged look and roofrails too.
A number of companies, including Maruti Suzuki, Renault and Nissan, are giving gold coins to buyers who book cars by the month-end. There are other benefits as well, reports Ajay Modi.
Shedding their boring boxy structure, the MUVs of today are not only offered with their prime USP of space, but also offer amazing exteriors and feature-filled interiors.
From Maruti to Honda, every big manufacturer has lined up launches in the domestic market.
French carmaker Renault is developing an even smaller sport utility vehicle Captur after the successful launch of the Duster in 2012.
The only reason why the Marazzo interests you is because your budget doesn't afford you the better MPV, the Toyota Innova and that's where Mahindra has played the masterstroke, the price, it fits right between the Ertiga and Innova and if you want an MPV in this price bracket, the Marazzo is just unbeatable.
Renault will start with a slew of new products that will be launched over the second half of this year and next year, apart from giving facelifts to the Kwid and Duster.
The first major pricing error was made by market leader Maruti Suzuki when it launched its first crossover the S Cross
The new car, which would come in four variants and two options, is priced between Rs 2.57 lakh and Rs 3.53 lakh.
Marazzo, The Innova Crysta competitor
Renault Kwid is also the longest of the lot and at 3680mm length, the vehicle may turn out to be the most spacious in its segment.
'I am a big admirer of engineering in India because India has a particular skill in frugal engineering.'
Renault Kwid is a good entry-level car for Indian roads.
While Renault reported an over 12 per cent decline in sales and lost market share, Market leader Maruti Suzuki grew over 19 per cent.
Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com reveals the good, bad and ugly of the latest MPV from the Mahindra stable.
Audi India launched the second generation 2016 Audi R8 at the show.
How did the Kwid become an Indian success story?
If you opt for a petrol variant, you will need to reapply for loan.
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