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Renault Relaunches Duster in India With Rs 10.29–18.49 Lakh Pricing

Strong early interest, including a sellout of 2026 hybrid slots, signals Renault’s push to regain share.

Overview

  • Introductory R‑Pass prices start at Rs 10.29 lakh (Rs 10.49 lakh standard) and extend to Rs 18.49 lakh ex‑showroom, with deliveries of turbo‑petrol variants beginning in April.
  • The SUV launches with 1.0‑litre and 1.3‑litre turbo‑petrol engines (6‑MT and 6‑speed DCT on the 1.3), and a 1.8‑litre strong‑hybrid is confirmed for Diwali 2026 with this year’s allocation already sold out.
  • Renault reports 91% of petrol bookings are for the 163hp 1.3‑litre turbo, pre‑bookings opened at Rs 21,000, and a no‑down‑payment subscription plan starts April 1.
  • Key equipment includes Level 2 ADAS, six airbags as standard, a dual‑screen cockpit (10.1‑inch infotainment and 10.25‑inch cluster), panoramic sunroof, powered tailgate, ventilated/power front seats and a 7‑year/1,50,000 km warranty.
  • Built on the localized RGMP platform for India, the Duster adds 212mm ground clearance, India‑specific styling cues and variant spread (Authentic to Iconic), anchoring Renault’s broader India product expansion.