Renault Duster 2026: Variant-wise features, pricing & comparison

Renault has launched the all-new Duster SUV in India, starting at Rs 10.49 lakh. The 2026 Duster comes in six variants: Authentic, Evolution, Techno, Techno Plus, Iconic, and Iconic Launch Edition. Each variant offers a distinct set of features and powertrain options to cater to a wide range of buyers.

Key Highlights

• Renault Duster 2026 launched in six variants with prices starting at Rs 10.49 lakh
• The base Authentic variant features LED lighting and a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine
• Higher variants offer advanced tech, safety features, and multiple powertrain options
• Top Iconic variants include ADAS, ventilated seats, and exclusive cosmetic enhancements

Variant Features and Equipment

The base Authentic variant is available at an initial offer price of Rs 10.29 lakh. It includes Eco LED headlamps, LED DRLs, LED tail lamps, and a high-mounted stop lamp. The base model also features LED reverse lamps, LED license plate lights, and LED turn indicators on the ORVMs. However, it lacks LED front and rear fog lamps, a horizontal rear light bar, and puddle lamps.

Exterior highlights of the base variant include a signature grille with the DUSTER emblem, 17-inch steel wheels with wheel caps, front and rear skid plates, reinforced wheel arches, and door side protection. Inside, the base model offers black seat upholstery with grey stitching, a deep grey dashboard with a silver finish, and deep grey melange fabric on the door inserts. Other interior features are a sliding armrest, two cup holders, 60/40 rear foldable seats, glovebox illumination, and coat hooks. The tech package includes a 7-inch TFT driver display, but there is no infotainment screen.

The Authentic variant comes with manual air conditioning, rear AC vents, remote keyless entry, tilt and telescopic steering, and a 12-volt socket. Safety features include six airbags, an electronic stability program, traction control, cornering stability control, rear parking assist, hill start assist, automatic headlamps, a rollover sensor, follow-me-home headlamps, and tyre pressure monitoring system.

It is available in Moonlight Silver, Stealth Black, and Pearl White, powered by a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine producing 100 PS and 160 Nm, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.

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Higher Variants and Powertrain Options

The Evolution variant, starting at Rs 11.39 lakh, adds LED rear fog lamps, a horizontal rear light bar, roof rails with 50 kg capacity, 17-inch ocean alloy wheels, and a shark fin antenna. Inside, it features a 10.1-inch openR link multimedia system, a 6-speaker Arkamys sound system, wireless smartphone replication, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, electrically adjustable ORVMs, steering-mounted controls, a rear wiper and washer, a rear defogger, and Type-C USB sockets. DCT versions include an electric parking brake with auto hold and paddle shifters. Safety upgrades include cruise control, a speed limiter, and a rearview camera.

The Techno variant, priced from Rs 13.19 lakh, adds full LED headlamps, LED front fog lamps, LED puddle lamps, a panoramic sunroof, an electric tailgate, automatic dual-zone AC, a connectivity suite, wireless smartphone charging, and auto-fold ORVMs. The Techno Plus variant (Rs 14.99 lakh) further introduces 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, a 10.25-inch TFT driver display, an acoustic windshield, blind spot monitoring, and front and side parking assist.

Evolution and Techno variants offer three powertrain options: the 1.0-litre turbo petrol and a 1.3-litre turbo petrol engine producing 163 PS, available with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed DCT. Techno Plus is only available with the 1.3-litre turbo petrol and both transmissions.

The Iconic variant (Rs 16.59 lakh) features leatherette upholstery, a 10.1-inch multimedia system with Google built-in, ventilated front seats, powered driver and passenger seats, lumbar support, a PM 2.5 air filter with AQI display, rain-sensing wipers, three driving modes, and 48-color ambient lighting. It also includes a comprehensive ADAS suite.

The Iconic Launch Edition (Rs 16.79 lakh) focuses on cosmetic upgrades, such as 18-inch adventure black alloy wheels, Himalayan-inspired embellishments, and yellow decals. Both top variants use the 1.3-litre turbo petrol engine.

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Conclusion

The 2026 Renault Duster redefines compact SUVs with aggressive pricing from Rs 10.49 lakh, loaded features across Authentic to Iconic variants, and powerful turbo options. Whether you prioritize safety, tech, or value, this Duster delivers exceptional versatility and style.