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Kia Seltos, Tata Sierra, and Renault Duster all achieved 5-star Bharat NCAP safety ratings, with Seltos leading in adult occupant protection and all three offering strong child safety scores and advanced safety features.

The Skoda Kushaq facelift and Renault Duster target compact SUV buyers with similar pricing, turbo petrol engines, and strong feature lists. The Duster offers more features and space, while the Kushaq emphasizes driving dynamics and safety.

Renault Duster's on-road prices vary across top Indian cities, starting from Rs 12.23 lakh in Delhi. The SUV offers advanced features, multiple engine options, and competes with leading compact SUVs. All variants incur 1% TCS.

The Renault Duster earned a 5-star safety rating in BNCAP crash tests, scoring 30.49 out of 32 for adult protection and 45 out of 49 for child protection. The rating applies to all Duster variants.

Renault has confirmed it will not reintroduce diesel engines in India, focusing instead on hybrids, electrification, and new powertrain options. The company plans seven new models by 2030 and aims for a 5 percent market share.

The 2026 Volkswagen Taigun and Renault Duster compete in the compact SUV segment, with the Duster offering larger dimensions, more features, advanced safety tech, and a more powerful turbo engine, all at a lower price than the Taigun.

Renault is shifting to an India-focused strategy with full local control, new vehicle platforms, and a broader powertrain mix. The company will use its Chennai facility as a global export hub to boost competitiveness.

Renault announces a major expansion plan for India, targeting seven new models and deep localization by 2030 to meet evolving consumer demands and boost local manufacturing.

Renault has begun deliveries of the new Duster SUV in India, offering five variants, multiple engine options, advanced features, and comprehensive safety. The Duster competes with leading compact SUVs like the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos.

Renault India has started deliveries of the new Duster SUV, with the first unit handed over in Chennai. The company also opened a new showroom and plans to expand its retail network, offering multiple Duster variants and extended coverage.

Renault India has begun deliveries of the new Duster turbo-petrol variants, with hybrid models arriving in November. The SUV is available in six trims, starting at Rs 10.29 lakh for R Pass customers.

Renault Duster Techno+ mid variant arrives in showrooms with 18-inch alloy wheels, a 10.25-inch TFT display, and basic ADAS features. Priced from Rs 15.29 lakh, it uses a 1.3L turbo petrol engine with 163 PS.

The Renault Duster Techno sits in the middle of the SUV’s lineup, combining key premium features, multiple turbo‑petrol engine options, and competitive pricing. Here’s a detailed look at its features and powertrains.

This article covers every major car launched in India in March 2026. Providing key features for models like the Renault Duster, Skoda Kushaq facelift, Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella, Mercedes-Benz V-Class and Audi SQ8.

The Renault Duster Iconic Launch Edition offers exclusive cosmetic enhancements over the standard Iconic variant, including a unique colour and yellow highlights. Both share identical features, safety equipment, and a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine.