The Renault Kadjar was launched in early 2016, but there was a lack of an automatic transmission in the range – something the SUV market requires. Now, Renault South Africa has introduced a dual-clutch Kadjar as well as a new diesel engine to complement the range.

The Renault Kadjar is a fairly large SUV and we at Cars.co.za liked what it offered the segment. Now Renault has offered a new diesel engine as well as automatic transmissions to bolster the range. The new engine is the Renault/Nissan 1.5 dCi diesel motor, which has been used in many applications. We've seen it locally in the Renault Duster.This engine features 81 kW and 260 Nm mated to a manual gearbox, while the automatic features 10 Nm less. It is claimed to be frugal and green, with a reported fuel consumption figure of just 4.6 L /100 km. Renault offers a six-speed manual transmission and a six-speed automatic gearbox for this model.

The other change in the line-up is the introduction of a seven-speed EDC dual-clutch gearbox for the 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol Kadjar Dynamique 4×2. The addition of this gearbox to the range means smooth gearchanges and a reported drop in fuel consumption.

Renault Kadjar Automatic Price in South Africa

The entire Renault Kadjar line-up comes standard with a 5-year/150 000km mechanical warranty and a 6-year anti-corrosion warranty. Also thrown in is a standard5-year/90 000km service plan with intervals every 15 000 km.

1.5 (81kW) Turbo dCi 6-speed Manual R 394 900

1.2 (96kW) Turbo petrol EDC 7-speed Auto R 399 900

1.5 (81kW) Turbo dCi EDC 6-speed Auto R 414 900

We're currently attending the launch of the Renault Kadjar Automatic and will be posting a driving impression article soon.

Further Reading

Read a Renault Duster review here

Want to buy a Renault Kadjar? Check out units for sale here.

Read a Renault Kadjar 4×4 review here.

Watch a Renault Kadjar video