Renault Kiger scores 4 stars for adults in Global NCAP crash test
By Arjun Ramanarayanan, IndiCar · Published 11 November 2026 · News
The India-made Renault Kiger scored 4 stars for adult occupant protection and 3 stars for child occupant protection in Global NCAP's latest round, tested for South Africa.
Key takeaways
- 4 stars for adults (25.20 of 34 points), 3 stars for children.
- The rating applies to the updated car with six airbags, ESC and ISOFIX as standard.
- The earlier two-airbag version scored 2 stars for adults and 1 star for children.
- Points were lost to an unstable footwell and bodyshell and a door that opened in the side test.
The India-made Renault Kiger has scored 4 stars out of 5 for adult occupant protection and 3 stars for child occupant protection in Global NCAP's latest round of tests. The car was tested for the South African market under the #SaferCarsForAfrica campaign.
The scores
The Kiger scored 25.20 points out of 34 for adult occupant protection. Its child protection score is reported at 30.21 points.
| Category | Stars | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Adult occupant protection | 4 of 5 | 25.20 of 34 |
| Child occupant protection | 3 of 5 | 30.21 (reported) |
The updated car met pedestrian protection regulation UN127. It also met Global NCAP's requirements for ESC and seatbelt reminders. Global NCAP noted that three-point seatbelts are standard at every seating position.
Why the first car scored lower
The 4-star result belongs to an updated car. Global NCAP first chose a Kiger with two airbags and no ESC or ISOFIX anchorages. That version scored 2 stars for adults and 1 star for children.
Renault then made six airbags, ESC and ISOFIX standard on the Kiger and submitted the revised model to Global NCAP voluntarily. Those changes produced the higher rating. The test supports a simple view: on this car, the extra standard safety equipment changed the result.
Where it lost points
- In the frontal test, the footwell area and bodyshell were rated unstable.
- In the side impact test, one door opened. That cost points.
How it compares with the India-spec test
Global NCAP tested the pre-facelift, two-airbag India-spec Kiger in February 2022 under its older protocols. Both the India-spec and Africa-spec versions scored 4 stars for adult protection. The India-spec car scored 2 stars for child protection, against 3 stars for the Africa-spec car.
The Kiger is built in Chennai. The rated car is a specific Africa-spec version, so check that the Kiger you buy has six airbags, ESC and ISOFIX. IndiCar confirms stock, delivery date and the itemised price in writing before you book. You can work out the full cost with the on-road price calculator or compare it with other models on the list of new cars with on-road prices.
Sources: Made-in-India Renault Kiger scores 4-star Global NCAP rating, WATCH, Chennai-made Renault Kiger launched August 2026 gets 4-star Global NCAP
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Frequently asked questions
What rating did the Renault Kiger get from Global NCAP?
It scored 4 stars out of 5 for adult occupant protection and 3 stars out of 5 for child occupant protection.
How many points did the Kiger score for adult protection?
It scored 25.20 points out of 34. Its child protection score is reported at 30.21 points.
Which version of the Kiger was tested?
An India-made Kiger for the South African market, updated with six airbags, ESC and ISOFIX as standard. Renault submitted it to Global NCAP voluntarily.
How did the earlier tested version do?
The two-airbag Kiger without ESC or ISOFIX scored 2 stars for adults and 1 star for children.
Why did the Kiger lose points?
The footwell area and bodyshell were rated unstable in the frontal test, and one door opened in the side impact test.
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