Renault launched the all-new Triber MPV in the Indian market last year. The affordable seven-seater vehicle has become quite popular, and it has become one of the best-selling cars from the brand in the Indian market. However, the Renault Triber currently gets only a single engine option with a manual transmission. In the future though, the Renault Triber AMT is expected to be launched too. Read on...
As per ZigWheels, Renault is currently testing the upcoming version of the Triber, which will get a more powerful engine. The current 1.0-litre, three-cylinder engine of the Triber produces a maximum power of 72 PS and peak torque of 96 Nm. Renault will launch the updated version of the MPV that will be BS6 compliant. With the upgraded engine, Renault will introduce the Easy-R transmission that is available with the Kwid hatchback.
The Easy-R transmission is an AMT automatic transmission that is a 5-speed unit. Interestingly, Renault revealed that the fuel efficiency of the automatic Triber would be 0.5 km/l higher than the manual version. Currently, the manual version of the Triber returns a maximum of 20.5 km/l.
Renault will also launch a more powerful version of the Triber in the Indian market. The manufacturer will utilise a 1.0-litre turbocharged engine that is currently available with many Renault vehicles in the international markets. The three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine produces a maximum power of 100 PS and peak torque of 160 Nm. It will get a 5-speed manual transmission. However, Renault may also offer the X-Tronic CVT automatic transmission with the car. The same 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine will also power the future Renault models, including the HBC sub-4m compact SUV.
The MPV is currently priced at Rs 4.95 lakhs for the base version, ex-showroom. With the launch of the Renault Triber AMT automatic transmission, the price will go up by around Rs 30,000 for each variant.
The Triber is a unique car since the last row seats can be removed completely from the vehicle to make more space. Also, the Triber offers modern features, including a touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay system.
