Renault Kwid concept unveiled

Renault has gone for an off-road buggy look for its oddly-named Kwid concept, which has just been unveiled at the Delhi Auto Show.

Some of the car’s features are distinctly gimmicky - but then what’s the point of a concept if the designers can’t have some fun? Foremost among them is a Flying Companion, a small remote-controlled aerial vehicle that Renault reckons could be used for spotting traffic jams or taking photographs.

Renault Kwid Concept (2014) Front Side

Also included are a bird’s nest-inspired interior, an unusual 3+2 seating layout with a central driving position, electrically-operated scissor doors and a tablet computer in place of normal instruments.

The Kwid probably wouldn’t manage very well on rough terrain though, because all-wheel drive isn’t part of the specification. Power comes from a 1.2 litre turbocharged petrol engine that’s connected to a dual-clutch transmission. Alternatively, space for batteries and a plug-in charging point concealed behind the diamond badge mean an all-electric version could be easily developed.

As a concept the compact Kwid is aimed at younger drivers in developing markets. Whether or not something like it will enter production remains to be seen.

Renault Kwid Concept (2014) InteriorRenault Kwid Concept (2014) Rear Side

Renault Kwid Concept (2014) SideRenault Kwid Concept (2014) Dashboard

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