One of the most globally accepted segment are MPV Segments.
MPV means people need it to be powerful and should completely be a Multi
utility vehicle. Last 10 years, Toyota Innova had put a large Impact on MPV's
in India. Several manufactures introduced their competitors for Innova, but
still Innova is not ready to give it up. Now Renault had launched their Lodgy
to compete with the Innova. Let's checkout how Lodgy is able to fight with Innova !!!.Exterior
Renault Lodgy in its appearence gives a looj of a MPV. Lodgy
has a shape of a Van. The front is filled with a radiator grill with chromium
finish with a large logo and the fog
lamp integerated airdamp (Vary according to variants).
The side part with big doors and windshiels is a positive
element, which is good while entering to car and gives a good visibility from
inside. Lodgy has a boxy structure, but looks good. The rear part may not be so
nive looking. But the attractive element is the taillight unit, which is shaped
like a Honey nectar.
Interior
The dashboard is same as of Renault Duster. But may be due
to change of colour the interior looks premium. Centre Console is fine with
Touch Screen Media-Navigation, tiltable steering wheel with mounted switches.
As a MPV, Lodgy has spacious cabin with lots of storage spaces. The 2nd and 3rd
row A/C vents and Charging slots in every rows are some other features. (Not as
a part of standard).Engine
- dCi diesel 85 Power with 5-Speed manual gearbox.
- dCi diesel VGI with 6-Speed manual transmission.
Drive
Renault Lodgy gives good driving. Optable for long drives. There is a small inconvienience in the gear ratios, but as a 6-Speed transmission, it is not a problem. Anyway Lodgy gives a pleasant journey
Specifications
- Dual SRP Airbag (Not as a part of standard)
- ABS EBD and Break Assist (Standard across all Variants)
- Daytime Running Lights (Not LED)
- Touch Screen Media-Navigation System with USB, Auxiliary, Bluetooth and and AM FM radio (According to Variants)
- Electrically adjustable OVRM's.
- Tiltable Steering Wheel mounted with Switches
- Cruise Control and Speed Limit
- Audio Control Switches
- Height Adjustable Driver Seat
- Rear Parking Assist
Compititors
Toyota Innova, Tata Aria, Mahindra Xylo, Maruti-Suzuki Ertiga, Honda Mobilio, Nissan Evalia, Cheverolet Enjoy
JM Verdicts
Renault Lodgy is a MPV with all necessary features. Lodgy
has very good responsive engine and lots of storage and spacious Cabin which is
needed in a MPV, therefore good for long drives. When compared to Innova, Lodgy
has some features more and some less. Anyway the positive element when compared
to Innova is the pricing. People who prefer a Multi Utility Vehicle with good
pricing, Renault Lodgy is a nice option.
Vehicle Provided By: TVS Renault, Thrissur
*Car 360 here by described is the review of the car. Opinions about the car may vary according to persons. Hereby is the opinion from Car 360. (Jeyessar Motives)