SUV
Renault Duster returns with Turbo Power, Hybrid Tech and 7-year warranty – India’s SUV game-changer is here!
Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Renault Group, has unveiled the new Renault Duster, marking the return of a nameplate that helped establish the mid-size SUV category in the country.
New Renault Duster preserves rugged, adventure-first character while advancing in areas critical to Indian SUV buyers: design, powertrain technology, comfort, safety and ownership experience.
The new Renault Duster was unveiled in a first in industry event witnessing a gathering of over 15,000 people along with the Gang of Dusters community making a resounding comeback at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai.
New Renault Duster marks the first product unveiled under Renault Group’s International Game Plan in India, where the brand is prioritizing targeted investment and product expansion as part of a broader global strategy.
"As part of the Renault International Game Plan 2027, we are making India a key pillar of our growth outside Europe. We now have a strong ecosystem in Chennai, bringing together design, engineering, manufacturing, and local operations at the highest level - making India one of the most complete and powerful hubs in Renault’s global network.
"Today, we have the means to fully support our ambitions in Inda, to better understand customer expectations, and to deliver products truly adapted to this market. The new Renault Duster is the first step in Renault’s renewal in India," said Fabrice Cambolive, Chief Growth Officer Renault Group & CEO Renault brand.
New Renault Duster is made for India, with close to 90% of the car made specifically for India.
It underpins the new Renault Group Modular Platform (RGMP). The platform is validated for extreme conditions and engineered for 5-star safety standards. The platform is ultra-flexible in terms of dimensions, powertrains suited to Google's automotive system.
New Renault Duster is powered by a full range of powertrain options to access every Indian road and making the “unreachable reachable”. It is powered by a Turbo TCe 160 engine to go limitless which churns out best in segment 163 PS of power and 280 Nm of torque, while Turbo TCe 100 is meant for the smart and accessible segment.
New Renault Duster also marks the debut of the strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 engine, powered by a 1.8L engine along with a 1.4 kWh battery, making it the most efficient and powerful hybrid, allowing segment’s best up to 80% EV mode in city drive conditions.
The Turbo TCe 160 and Turbo TCe 100 petrol engines come paired with advanced transmission choices that elevate the driving experience. The 6 speed DCT with wet clutch available with Turbo TCe 160, delivers lightning fast‑ gear shifts for maximum performance and is utmost suitable for Indian driving conditions.
On the other hand, the 6-speed manual offers precise mechanical control with direct gear engagement for maximum driver command. Both options are engineered to bring out the best in the Duster combining performance, confidence, and driving pleasure
Speaking at the launch of the new Renault Duster, téphane Deblaise, CEO, Renault Group India said, "With the new Renault Group Modular Platform, Renault brings advanced hybrid technology and top-tier safety engineering. With the Renault Forever program, we also offer our customers a significantly improved ownership experience.
"New Renault Duster is the start of a renewed product cycle and for an exciting trajectory for Renault in India. Renault is back."
New Renault Duster will be offered with a seven years warranty.
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