The Renault Kadjar was launched in early 2016, but there was a lack of an automatic transmission in the range – something the SUV market requires. Now, Renault South Africa has introduced a dual-clutch Kadjar as well as a new diesel engine to complement the range.
The Renault Kadjar is a fairly large SUV and we at Cars.co.za liked what it offered the segment. Now Renault has offered a new diesel engine as well as automatic transmissions to bolster the range. The new engine is the Renault/Nissan 1.5 dCi diesel motor, which has been used in many applications. We've seen it locally in the Renault Duster. This engine features 81 kW and 260 Nm mated to a manual gearbox, while the automatic features 10 Nm less. It is claimed to be frugal and green, with a reported fuel consumption figure of just 4.6 L /100 km. Renault offers a six-speed manual transmission and a six-speed automatic gearbox for this model.
The other change in the line-up is the introduction of a seven-speed EDC dual-clutch gearbox for the 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol Kadjar Dynamique 4×2. The addition of this gearbox to the range means smooth gearchanges and a reported drop in fuel consumption.
Renault Kadjar Automatic Price in South Africa
The entire Renault Kadjar line-up comes standard with a 5-year/150 000km mechanical warranty and a 6-year anti-corrosion warranty. Also thrown in is a standard 5-year/90 000km service plan with intervals every 15 000 km.
1.5 (81kW) Turbo dCi 6-speed Manual R 394 900
1.2 (96kW) Turbo petrol EDC 7-speed Auto R 399 900
1.5 (81kW) Turbo dCi EDC 6-speed Auto R 414 900
We're currently attending the launch of the Renault Kadjar Automatic and will be posting a driving impression article soon.
Further Reading
Read a Renault Duster review here
Want to buy a Renault Kadjar? Check out units for sale here.
Read a Renault Kadjar 4×4 review here.
Watch a Renault Kadjar video
David Taylor
Having contributed to multiple motoring titles as well helping run the public relations machine of the Johannesburg International Motor Show, Dave has experience in both sides of the motoring industry. He's based in the Western Cape and is responsible for the performance testing, photography & weekly YouTube news for Cars.co.za.
