Renault Triber has always been a smart car. Triber is considered to be India’s most space-efficient sub-4-meter car. This seven-seat modular car can be converted into a five-, six- or luggage-carrying mini-MPV with a few simple modifications. For 2025, Renault has given the Triber a new facelift which makes it more modern.
Its price ranges between Rs 5.76 lakh to Rs 7.91 lakh (ex-showroom). It’s not fast, but it’s definitely the most intelligent MPV. If you expect fast driving then this is not the car for you. The specialty of Triber is its ease and comfort in family use. It doesn’t demand much, just fuel and patience, and in return offers flexibility and comfort that few cars at this price point offer.
With new features and design
This car looks in line with the company’s global models. There is freshness in its design. Includes more features and better security. However, no changes have been made to the engine, which raises the question whether it will be able to survive in the competitive MPV segment. The new design includes sharper DRLs, fog lamps at the bottom and a new 2D Renault logo in the centre. The side profile remains the same, but the dual-tone 15-inch flex wheels and new color options like Amber Terracotta and Shadow Gray give it a fresh look. The top-end ‘Emotion’ variant is available with 15-inch flex wheels, while the ‘Techno’ gets blacked out wheels.
There was a lot of change in the fresh look
This time the door handles have got a black gloss finish and some changes have also been made in the plastic cladding. The top model also has a blacked out roof which enhances the appearance of the car. At the rear, the newly designed LED taillamps are connected to a gloss-black strip and have subtle blacked out accents. ‘Triber’ lettering has also been added, although the older design is considered by some to be cleaner.
The layout and color scheme of the dashboard has also been updated. The cabin feels more airy than before, which increases the feeling of space. The names of the variants have also changed and now Triber is available in four variants – Authentic, Evolution, Techno and Emotion. AMT option is available only in Emotion variant.
The interior is also fun
Wireless charger has been added to the interior. The dashboard design is inspired by the Kiger, with a dual-tone beige and black theme. The eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system is located higher and the AC vents are below it. The start/stop button is in the middle, the cruise control switch is on one side and the charging port is on the other.
The biggest strength of Space Triber is that the third row seats can be completely removed. This gives a boot space of 621 litres. An armrest has been added for the driver and the steering wheel has got a new design. It has controls and the new Renault logo. There are charging ports for the third row passengers and dedicated AC vents for the second and third rows.
The feature list includes auto headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, 360-degree camera, seven-inch digital driver display and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In terms of safety, the 2025 Triber comes with six airbags, ESP, traction control, hill start assist and tire pressure monitoring as standard. The body shell has also been strengthened.
There is no change in driving experience
There is no major change in the driving experience. It uses the same 1.0-litre naturally aspirated three-cylinder petrol engine which produces 72bhp and 96Nm torque. The gearbox has five-speed manual or AMT options. The claimed mileage of the manual is 19 km/l while the AMT returns 18.3 km/l. City driving is easy and engine response is decent in the first three gears.
However, this engine becomes weak on the highway. Cruising at a speed of 100 km/h is comfortable, but one has to downshift to overtake. Accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h feels slow and dull. Renault should have offered the Kiger’s turbo-petrol engine in the Triber with manual and CVT options.
Perfect for the city
Gearshifting is not smooth, especially with the armrest down. But the Triber excels in ride comfort. Renault’s suspension tuning is suitable for Indian roads, absorbing potholes and speed breakers well. There is slight body roll, but the damping balance is impressive. Steering is light and easy in the city, weight increases at higher speeds.
The steering wheel feels a little small for the size of the car and there is a little weakness in lock-to-lock movement. The Triber is not meant for sharp handling but remains good in control and stable while exiting turns. Ground clearance of 182 mm is adequate for Indian roads and the suspension does not sag much when loaded.
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