Renault Refreshes Kwid E‑Tech at R$99,990 as Brazil’s Cheapest EV

Overview

• Renault unveiled a cosmetic and tech update that adds a 10-inch multimedia display and a 7-inch digital cluster to the Kwid E‑Tech.
• The model keeps its 65 cv electric motor and roughly 185 km of autonomy, maintaining its entry-level positioning on specs.
• At R$ 99,990, the Kwid E‑Tech undercuts other budget EVs such as the BYD Dolphin Mini, Caoa Chery iCar and JAC e‑JS1, each listed around R$ 119,990.
• Fenabrave data for January to September 2025 show stark sales gaps: 6 registrations for the Kwid E‑Tech versus 22,905 for the BYD Dolphin Mini and 10,345 for the BYD Dolphin.
• Reporting highlights that BYD’s broader specs and an expanded dealer and after‑sales network have reinforced its lead in Brazil’s compact EV market.