The updated Renault Kiger has improved its adult occupant safety score, rising from two stars to four stars in the latest Global NCAP crash tests.
The made-in-India Renault Kiger has received a four-star Global NCAP rating for adult occupant protection. It also secured three stars for child occupant protection under the Safer Cars for Africa campaign.
The updated model was tested with six airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and ISOFIX child seat mounts. Renault launched this updated Kiger in India in August 2026.
Renault Kiger Safety Rating: What Has Changed?
Global NCAP tested the pre-facelift Kiger in 2022. That version received a two-star safety rating and came with only two airbags. It did not have ESC or ISOFIX child seat mounts.
The updated model now gets six airbags, ESC, ISOFIX mounts and seatbelt reminders. It also features seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters. The SUV is manufactured at Renault’s Chennai plant and exported to 16 countries.
Renault Kiger Crash Test Scores
In the latest assessment, the Kiger scored 25.20 out of 34 points for adult occupant protection. For child occupant protection, it scored 30.21 out of 49 points.
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However, Global NCAP highlighted some concerns in the frontal crash test. The footwell area and bodyshell were rated unstable and could not withstand further loading. The three-year-old child dummy’s head also contacted the vehicle interior, while its chest recorded high decelerations.
Side Impact Test Results
During the side impact test, one of the doors opened, leading to a point deduction. Head, abdomen and pelvis protection received good ratings, while chest protection was rated adequate.
The three-year-old child dummy received no points for side impact protection due to head exposure. However, the 18-month-old dummy showed full protection in both frontal and side impact tests.
In the side pole impact test, head and pelvis protection were rated good. Abdomen protection was adequate, while chest protection was marginal.
Additional Safety Assessment
The Renault Kiger met the UN127 pedestrian protection regulation. It also complied with Global NCAP requirements for Electronic Stability Control and seatbelt reminders.
The improved rating marks a change from the model’s 2022 crash test result. However, the latest assessment also points to areas where occupant protection could improve further.
