Renault Duster to launch in India next year

Renault Duster is set to make a comeback in India next year. The Duster was one of the first compact SUVs to launch in India. The new version of the SUV broke cover last year. It went on sale in foreign markets earlier this year. The SUV is expected to launch in India in the second half of 2025. It was spotted testing on Indian roads recently.

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Renault Duster: What to expect?

The India-spec Renault Duster will carry a few cosmetic changes over its global variant. To begin with, it will feature a large Renault logo on the grille instead of the lettering. Its DRLs will have an L-shaped design. A sleek light bar will run through the nose of the SUV. The global variant of the SUV is underpinned by the CMF-B platform which has been co-developed by Nissan and Renault. This platform will be slightly adjusted for the India-spec model of the Duster.

As of now, not a lot is known about the interior layout and instrumentation of the India-spec Renault Duster. Its international model features a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 7-inch driver’s display. The dashboard has a dual-tone colour theme. The AC vents have bronze highlights and the steering is integrated with control buttons. There are physical buttons for the HVAC controls as well. Other features include automatic climate control, wireless charging, an Arkamys 3D sound system, and an ADAS package.

The mechanical and powertrain details have been kept under a tight lid as well. The overseas model of the Duster is available in three powertrain options – 1.0L petrol, 1.2L petrol hybrid, and 1.3L turbo petrol. The 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine is offered with the entry-level variants of the SUV. It produces a maximum power output of 120hp. Meanwhile, the other two engines produce 140hp and 170hp respectively. The hybrid powertrain gets regenerative braking and a 1.2kWh battery pack. It is expected that Renault will bring the 1.3L powertrain to India. The Duster could also end up using the 1.0L engine on the Magnite and Kiger.

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Conclusion

As mentioned earlier, the Renault Duster will be launched in the second half of 2025. It will be the automaker’s flagship SUV in India. It will also spawn a Nissan SUV. Right now, Renault’s portfolio in India consists of 3 cars – Kwid, Kiger, and Triber. Upon launch, the Duster will rival the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder, Kia Seltos, Volkswagen Taigun, Hyundai Creta, Skoda Kushaq, Honda Elevate, and other midsize SUVs.