Renault Kiger: Authentic 1.0 Petrol MT vs Emotion 1.0 Petrol MT

The Emotion 1.0 Petrol MT costs ₹2,69,000 more than the Authentic 1.0 Petrol MT. The equipment it adds covers 72% of that on our values — a fair upgrade. Every feature is priced below.

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The verdict

Authentic 1.0 Petrol MT → Emotion 1.0 Petrol MT

Fair upgrade

You pay extra

₹2,69,000

₹5,81,000 → ₹8,50,000

Features are worth

₹1,94,120

20 gained

Equipment covers

72%

of what the variant costs extra

Emotion 1.0 Petrol MT costs ₹2,69,000 more than Authentic 1.0 Petrol MT and brings 20 features we value at ₹1,94,120, roughly 72% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.

We price the equipment that separates these two trims. The rest of the difference pays for things we don't itemise — materials, fit and finish, and the manufacturer's own margin. An upgrade that clears 100% is one where the equipment alone is worth what it costs.

*Ex-showroom, Delhi · Prices checked Oct 2026

What the extra equipment is

Factory-only or fit it later

Only from the factory
₹1,18,680 · 12 features
Could be fitted later
₹75,440 · 8 features

Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.

Renault Kiger — manufacturer photograph
Photograph: Renault. Shows the Renault Kiger, not either trim specifically — the table below is what separates them.
Where the money goes

Feature-by-feature valuation

22 of 77 features differ between these trims.

FeatureAuthentic 1.0 Petrol MTEmotion 1.0 Petrol MTValue
Safety & driver assistance
Rear Defogger & Wiper/WasherEssential rainy season safety features for clear rear visibility.NoYes+₹7,360
Automatic HeadlampsHeadlamps that switch on by themselves as light falls.NoYes+₹5,520
Rain-Sensing WipersWipers that start and change speed by themselves when rain hits the screen.NoYes+₹5,520
Auto-Dimming Inside MirrorInside mirror that darkens by itself against headlamp glare. The tier above the manual day/night mirror.NoYes+₹4,600
Comfort & convenience
Front Ventilated Seats3-stage cooling air circulation for front seats, vital for Indian summers.NoYes+₹25,760
Automatic Climate ControlSet a temperature and the car holds it, instead of manual fan and dial control.NoYes+₹11,040
Cruise ControlElectronic highway speed control for relaxed long-distance cruising.NoYes+₹9,200
Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button StartPassive proximity keyless unlocking and engine start/stop button.Up from Remote Central Locking — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value.NoYes+₹6,440
Rear AC VentsDedicated air-con vents for rear passengers.NoYes+₹6,440
Height-Adjustable Driver's SeatDriver's seat adjusts for height, not just reach.NoYes+₹3,680
Auto-Folding ORVMsWing mirrors fold in automatically when the car is locked.NoYes+₹5,520
Leatherette UpholsterySynthetic leather seat and trim finish in place of fabric.NoYes+₹11,040
Remote Central LockingCentral locking operated by a remote or flip key, rather than a key turned in the door.Counted in Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button Start, which replaces it.YesNo—
Leather-Wrapped Steering WheelLeather or leatherette covering on the steering wheel, and usually the gear lever too, rather than plastic. A wrapped gear knob on its own does not count.NoYes+₹3,680
Infotainment & connectivity
8-Inch Touchscreen InfotainmentCapacitive display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wired or wireless.NoYes+₹20,240
7-Inch Digital Instrument ClusterA digital driver display of about 7 inches, on its own or set between analogue dials. The level below the 10.25-inch full digital cluster.NoYes+₹9,200
Wireless Android AutoThe factory touchscreen runs Android Auto without a cable — built into the head unit, or through a wired-to-wireless adapter the manufacturer supplies as standard. Most cars that have it pair Apple CarPlay wirelessly too, but this entry asks only about Android Auto. Wired-only Android Auto does not count.NoYes+₹2,760
Exterior & wheels
16-Inch Alloy WheelsFactory 16-inch alloy wheels in place of steel rims with covers.Up from Full Wheel Covers — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value.NoYes+₹23,000
Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLsFull-LED headlamp units with integrated LED daytime running lights.NoYes+₹22,080
Full Wheel CoversSteel wheels with full covers or a styled painted finish, rather than bare steel with centre caps. The tier below alloy wheels.Counted in 16-Inch Alloy Wheels, which replaces it.YesNo—
Roof RailsLoad-bearing rails on the roof for a carrier or box.NoYes+₹4,600
Powertrain & drive modes
Multiple Drive ModesSelectable drive modes such as Eco, City and Sport, without terrain traction modes. The tier below drive and traction modes.NoYes+₹6,440
Net feature value20 gained₹1,94,120

Values are our own estimates of what each feature is worth on this segment of car, not manufacturer pricing. We only price equipment that differs between trims, so this column will not add up to the full price gap — the rest pays for materials, fit and finish, and margin. Every valuation and its reasoning is published here.

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  • Front Ventilated Seatsadded

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  • 16-Inch Alloy Wheelsadded

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On our figures

₹1,94,120 of equipment against ₹2,69,000 — 72% of the variant

Fair upgrade

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What you actually pay

On-road price, side by side

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In Delhi, Emotion 1.0 Petrol MT costs ₹3,21,194 more on the road than Authentic 1.0 Petrol MT, against ₹2,69,000 ex-showroom. ₹52,194 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.

Drive-away cost

Authentic 1.0 Petrol MT

petrol · manual · Delhi

Ex-showroom price
₹5,81,000
RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹2,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
₹26,286
Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
₹29,050
Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
₹1,200
Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
₹1,900
On-road, Delhi₹6,39,436
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Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.

Drive-away cost

Emotion 1.0 Petrol MT

petrol · manual · Delhi

Ex-showroom price
₹8,50,000
RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
₹65,030
Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
₹42,500
Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
₹1,200
Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
₹1,900
On-road, Delhi₹9,60,630
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Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.

Common questions

What is the price difference between the Renault Kiger Authentic 1.0 Petrol MT and Emotion 1.0 Petrol MT?
₹2,69,000 ex-showroom — Authentic 1.0 Petrol MT is ₹5,81,000 and Emotion 1.0 Petrol MT is ₹8,50,000.
Is the Renault Kiger Emotion 1.0 Petrol MT worth the extra money over the Authentic 1.0 Petrol MT?
Emotion 1.0 Petrol MT costs ₹2,69,000 more than Authentic 1.0 Petrol MT and brings 20 features we value at ₹1,94,120, roughly 72% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.
What do you actually get on the Emotion 1.0 Petrol MT that the Authentic 1.0 Petrol MT doesn't have?
20 features, led by Front Ventilated Seats, 16-Inch Alloy Wheels, Full LED Headlamps with LED DRLs. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.