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French automaker Renault on Monday announced the launch of new RXL variant of its entry level hatchback Kwid with BS-VI engine at a starting price of Rs 416,000 in the domestic market. The car maker also announced that Kwid sales have crossed 350,000 units in the country. The new RXL variant comes in two versions, MT and AMT, priced at Rs 416,00 and Rs 448,000, respectively, Renault India said in a release. "The global launch of Renault Kwid was in India and showcased the important role of this country in Groupe Renault's growth ambitions. It has been an important contributor to our progress in India. "With more than 350,000 Kwid families, we are overwhelmed and grateful for the faith that our customers have bestowed in brand Renault. The model continues to be a game changer for us,"said Venkatram Mamillapalle, Country CEO and Managing Director, Renault India Operations. Read More

French auto major Renault on Wednesday launched its compact seven-seater multi purpose vehicle Renault Triber priced between Rs 4.95 lakh and Rs 6.49 lakh. Triber is the second model from the company after Kwid which has been specifically designed and developed for the Indian market. It is powered by a one-litre petrol engine and comes equipped with various features including four airbags. "We foresee Triber to be a key part of our expansion plans in India, as we look forward to growing the Renault brand in this diverse and exciting automotive market," Renault India Operations Country CEO and MD Venkatram Mamillapalle told reporters here. The new model would bridge the gap between Kwid and company's other SUV offerings like Duster and Captur, he added. "We are focusing on rural areas for our growth. We see tremendous potential in rural markets. Triber will appeal not only to urban customers, but rural ones as well," Mamillapalle said. The comp