Renault Begins Deliveries of New Duster SUV in India with Multiple Variants and Features

Renault India has started deliveries of the all-new Duster SUV across the country. The first unit was handed over in Chennai, with senior Renault leadership present. This event marks a major milestone for Renault in India. Customers who have booked the new Duster can expect deliveries to begin soon, depending on the variant and location.

Key Highlights

• Renault starts deliveries of the new Duster SUV across India
• Five variants available with prices from Rs 10.49 lakh to Rs 18.49 lakh
• Features include 10.1-inch touchscreen, panoramic sunroof, and Level-2 ADAS
• Engine options include 1-litre, 1.3-litre turbo-petrol and upcoming 1.8-litre strong-hybrid
• Competes with Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Tata Sierra, and other compact SUVs

New Duster Variants and Pricing

The new Renault Duster is available in five main variants: Authentic, Evolution, Techno, Techno+, and Iconic. Prices range from Rs 10.49 lakh to Rs 18.49 lakh (ex-showroom). Renault also offers an 'Iconic Launch Edition' based on the top Iconic variant. This edition includes black alloy wheels, yellow highlights, and exclusive badges at no extra cost.

Customers can book the new Duster for Rs 21,000 at dealerships or through Renault's official website. The SUV comes in several monotone and dual-tone colour options, such as Pearl White, Moonlight Silver, Stealth Black, River Blue, Sunset Red, and Mountain Jade Green.

Design, Features, and Safety

The new Duster maintains its rugged design but now appears more modern and premium. It features a bold front grille with 'DUSTER' lettering, slim LED DRLs, and chunky bumpers. Muscular wheel arches, black cladding, and large alloy wheels enhance its SUV stance. At the rear, a connected LED light bar and sculpted tailgate provide a fresh look.

Inside, the Duster offers a modern cabin with a clean layout. Key features include a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, a panoramic sunroof, powered and ventilated front seats, a wireless phone charger, ambient lighting, a powered tailgate, and dual-zone climate control.

Safety features are comprehensive. All variants come with six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), ABS with EBD, a 360-degree camera, front and rear parking sensors, hill hold assist (HHA), a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and all-wheel disc brakes. The Duster also includes Level-2 ADAS, offering advanced driver assistance features.

Engine Options and Competition

The new Duster is available with three engine options. Buyers can choose between 1-litre and 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engines, both offered with manual and automatic transmissions. Renault has announced a 1.8-litre strong-hybrid version, expected to launch by Diwali this year.

The Duster competes with several compact SUVs in India. Key rivals include the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Tata Sierra, Toyota Hyryder, Maruti Grand Vitara, Maruti Victoris, Skoda Kushaq Facelift, MG Astor, Honda Elevate, and Volkswagen Taigun Facelift. Each competitor offers unique features, powertrains, and design elements for buyers to consider.