Finally, Renault India has shown us the new-gen Duster. And yeah, it looks totally different this time. Inside? Complete makeover. Pre-bookings are live for ₹21,000. Quick heads-up early birds get priority delivery, special launch prices, and some fun ‘Gang of Duster’ merchandise. I mean, some lucky folks might even see their Duster being built. Cool, right?
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Exterior Highlights
Step outside. Bam That front is aggressive. Rectangular LED headlamps with DRLs, big Duster lettering on the grille it grabs your eyes instantly. Faux skid plates front and back. Air vents. Black cladding all around. Rugged, no doubt. Rear? C-shaped LED tail lamps with a light bar running across. Integrated spoiler, shark-fin antenna, rear wiper all packed.
Oh, and that they’ve blacked out the ORVMs, B and C-pillars, roof rails, even the alloy wheels. Colors? Jade Mountain Green, Pearl White, Moonlight Silver, Stealth Black, River Blue, Sunset Red Six in total. Dual-tone options too. I walked past one in River Blue yesterday wow, it looked mean!
Interior Highlights
Now the cabin. Looks premium, feels fancy-ish. New three-spoke steering wheel with piano black inserts. Dashboard has dual screens. Ambient lights. Type-C charging ports because everyone needs that. EPB with auto-hold, panoramic sunroof, faux carbon fiber trims. Little touches that feel expensive. But not overdone.
Seats? Dual-tone upholstery. Dual-zone climate. Powered front seats. Adjustable armrest. Powered tailgate. 60:40 split rear seats. Music? Arkamys system. Safety? 360-degree camera, six airbags, Level 2 ADAS. I sat inside one last week. Feels nice. Not perfect, but comfortable. Definitely better than old Duster.
Engine and Performance
The new Duster comes with three engine options:
- 1.8-litre four-cylinder direct injection petrol engine (E-Tech 160) paired with two electric motors 160bhp and 172Nm output.
- 1.3-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol (Turbo TCe 160) 160bhp and 280Nm, with six-speed manual and DCT gearbox options.
- 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol (TCe 100) 100bhp and 160Nm, paired only with a six-speed manual gearbox.
Honestly, like every Duster, it promises ruggedness. But real-world fuel economy, comfort, highway stability that’s where the test drives will tell the story. I remember the old Duster on ghat roads it survived, but ride was stiff. Curious if this one is softer.
Price and Launch
Prices? Renault hasn’t spilled yet. Rumor mill says March 2026. Pre-bookings at ₹21,000. Quick tip check the variant, check the features. Don’t just book blindly for goodies. Dealers often try to push higher trims first. Seedha bolun, patience pays.
Also read : 2026 Renault Duster Coming with Three Engine Options
Final Thoughts
New Duster keeps the rugged DNA alive. Add tech and comfort, it’s trying to be urban-friendly too. But resale value and long-term reliability always a question mark. My advice sit, drive, feel it yourself. Style and features are tempting, but real SUV love comes from the experience. That’s my take.
