Key Highlights
- Renault Kwid E-Tech launches in Brazil as the country’s most affordable EV
- Delivers 265 km range, Level 1 ADAS, and six airbags
- Based on Dacia Spring platform, India launch expected in 2026
Renault has officially rolled out the Kwid E-Tech in Brazil. Touted as the most affordable electric car in the country, the Kwid E-Tech isn’t just another small EV, it’s Renault’s statement that electric mobility should be for everyone, not just the wealthy few.
Built on the proven Dacia Spring platform, the Kwid E-Tech has been fine-tuned for South American roads. Renault has added more safety features, fresh styling, and a better-appointed cabin making it feel like a proper urban EV rather than a budget experiment.
Familiar design
The E-Tech version keeps the Kwid’s compact proportions but brings subtle electric flair. The front grille is now closed off for better aerodynamics, and the charging port sits neatly behind the new Renault logo. C-shaped LED DRLs, projector headlamps, and a reworked bumper give it a more premium face.
At the rear, Y-shaped LED tail lamps are connected by a glossy black strip, adding visual width. Black wheel arch cladding, 14-inch dual-tone alloys, and ORVM-mounted indicators complete the package. It still looks recognisably Kwid—but sharper, smarter, and more grown-up.
Cabin and Features
Step inside, and the Kwid E-Tech feels surprisingly well-equipped for a budget EV. It gets a 7-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.1-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The design is simple and functional, while the fit and finish seem solid for its price point.
The real surprise lies in safety. The Kwid E-Tech packs six airbags, ESC, rear parking sensors, and even Level 1 ADAS features—rare to find in an affordable electric car. Renault clearly wants this EV to feel safe and modern, even for first-time buyers.
Powertrain and Range
Under the hood (or rather, under the floor), the Kwid E-Tech runs a 26.8 kWh battery paired with a 65 hp electric motor. Renault claims a range of up to 265 km on a full charge which is plenty for daily commutes and short weekend runs.
Charging options include standard AC charging and faster wall-box systems. It’s not a performance car by any means, but it promises smooth, quiet, and efficient city driving, exactly what most EV buyers in this segment are looking for.
India on the horizon?
The Kwid E-Tech has already been spotted testing on Indian roads, and insiders suggest a launch in 2026. Expect a few local tweaks like higher ground clearance and revised suspension but, the overall package should stay true to the Brazilian model.
If Renault can get the pricing right, the Kwid E-Tech could shake up India’s entry-level EV market. The price segment currently has only the Tata Tiago.EV and the MG Comet.
