New Renault Duster: Going to launch on Republic Day!

Renault has declare that the Duster SUV is going to return in India at 26 January. The first generation was launched in 2012, which gave birth to the famous midsize SUV segment, and it has also inspired launches which are Seltos, Fronx, Creta and many more.

The third generation of Duster got revealed for the global markets in the year 2023, although the SUV for India which are likely to have changes on sale abroad.

Price

In terms of price, Renault Duster expected to be priced in range between Rs. 10 lakh to Rs. 20 lakh at carside. The Duster will be coming and competing with the popular mid-size SUV segmen that has been currently dominated with the Hyundai Creta.

Engine and Features

Renault Duster will only be coming with the petrol powertrain. It will be 1.3-litre turbo-petrol unit which is in the international markets which produces 156hp as well as it is mated to the 6-speed manual or the CVT automatic.

Renault can launch a strong-hybrid powertrain which comprises with the 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine which is paired with the two electric motors, with having the total output of 140hp.

Design

Renault Duster features with the rugged, modern look in the third generation which is in terms of dimension. The SUV at the sale abroad is 4.3m long, 1.8m wide, as well as 1.6m tall with having the 2.6m wheelbase.

There are LED headlights as well as Renault branding spaced out across the grille. Duster’s front bumper coming with the loads of cladding, with the wide air dams, as well as with circular fog lamps. The bonnet gets sculpted lines which is lending an aggressive front-end.

Interior

In terms of interior, Duster expect to come with the 10.-inch touchscreen infotainment system with the wireless Apple CarPlay as well as with Android Auto, there is a 7-inch digital driver’s display, a wireless charger, a 360-degree camera, and an Arkamys 3D sound system. The Duster can be the first model for having the ADAS tech in India.