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Made-In-India Renault Kiger Achieves 4-Star Safety Rating from Global NCAP
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What Happened?
The Renault Kiger, manufactured in India, has received a 4-star safety rating for adult occupant protection from Global NCAP. It also scored 3 stars for child occupant protection.
Key points
- The Kiger scored 25.20 points out of 34 for adult occupant protection.
- It received 30.21 points out of 49 for child occupant protection.
- The SUV features Electronic Stability Control, six airbags, and ISOFIX mounts.
- The Kiger's previous rating was lower due to new testing protocols.
- The model is sold in South Africa as part of the Safer Cars for Africa programme.
Key insights
- A higher safety rating may enhance the Kiger's appeal to safety-conscious buyers.
- The Kiger's performance in crash tests could impact Renault's reputation in India.
- Improved safety ratings might lead to increased sales in the SUV segment.
Why it matters
The safety rating could influence consumer confidence and sales in the competitive SUV market.
Entities
Renault Kiger· ProductGlobal NCAP· OrganizationIndia· CountrySouth Africa· Country
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