Overview
- Renault India, which disclosed the numbers Wednesday, lists the 1.3‑litre Turbo TCe 160 Duster at 18.45 km/l with the DCT and 17.75 km/l with the 6‑speed manual under ARAI tests.
- The 1.3‑litre turbo makes 163 PS and 280 Nm with a 6‑speed manual or wet‑clutch DCT, and it is the only Duster powertrain with published certified economy so far.
- The SUV is on sale from ₹10.49 lakh with bookings open, and deliveries of the turbo‑petrol variants begin in April 2026.
- Renault says a Strong‑Hybrid E‑Tech version is due around Diwali 2026, the 2026 allocation is already sold out, and pricing will be revealed closer to launch.
- ARAI figures are lab benchmarks for comparison and real‑world mileage will vary by traffic and driving style, though the Duster’s claim sits competitively against rivals like the Hyundai Creta, Skoda Kushaq and VW Taigun.