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- Industry News
- 10 October 2025
Initially introduced into the market in 2020, the Renault Triber has enjoyed ongoing success based on its unique offering, including its incredible space, versatility and price position. The vehicle is equipped with 25+ new features and is the first-ever product under the “renault. rethink.” brand transformation strategy.
What is it?
The updated Renault Triber, which still upholds the essence of the outgoing model together with numerous exterior and interior enhancements for the 7-seater. It is available in three distinct variants: Evolution, Techno and Iconic, with three new colour options, Zanskar Blue, Grey and Terracotta Brown alongside existing colours.
Exterior:
The new Renault Triber sports a bold new piano black grille, new sculpted bonnet design, redesigned bumpers (front & rear), advanced LED projector head lamps with integrated LED Daytime Running Lamps, as well as new LED tail lamps.
It features more pronounced SUV styling than ever, with its strong front face and silver finish skid plates. Its elevated ground clearance of 182mm allows for a comfortable drive, while the roof rails offer a load capacity of up to 50kg.
Interior:
Inside, the cabin has been revamped with an ergonomic and sleek dual-tone dashboard, seamlessly integrated with an 8-inch floating touchscreen display that supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, while the steering wheel, with all key controls on hand, offers an enhanced driving experience. The renewed interior also includes new seat upholstery, a modern 7-inch TFT LED instrument cluster, LED cabin lighting and blacked-out door handles for a more premium look.
Safety:
It comes fitted with additional safety features, including 6 Airbags and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) across the range, as well as Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD). Other upgraded safety features consist of Follow-Me-Home head lamps, allowing 90 seconds of additional lighting as you enter your destination and a front parking sensor.
Engine:
The Triber is powered by a 1.0 litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, available with a five-speed manual transmission, or an optional five-speed AMT on the top spec model. The engine delivers maximum power of 52kW and maximum torque of 96Nm.
Prices:
Renault Triber Evolution MT (R218 999), Renault Triber Techno MT (R233 999), Renault Triber Iconic MT (R249 999), Renault Triber Iconic AMT (R259 999) and the Renault Triber Express (excluding Roof Rack) (R249 999).
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