Overview
- Renault India reported January wholesales of 3,715 units, up 33.6% year on year, with executives citing stronger Triber and Kiger demand and heightened enquiries following the Duster reveal.
- Pre‑bookings for the third‑generation Duster are open via an R‑Pass of Rs 21,000, with official prices slated for March and petrol variant deliveries beginning in April; the strong‑hybrid is expected later in 2026.
- The lineup is petrol‑only at launch with a 1.0‑litre turbo, a 1.3‑litre TCe rated at about 163 hp and 280 Nm, and an E‑Tech strong‑hybrid pairing a 1.8‑litre engine with two electric motors.
- Renault highlights India‑ready attributes such as 212 mm ground clearance and segment‑leading approach and departure angles, along with features like a 10.1‑inch OpenR Link system with Google built in and ADAS.
- Boot capacity is inconsistently reported, with several outlets listing 518 litres to the parcel shelf while others cite 700 litres, and a broader roadmap includes a confirmed three‑row derivative and a speculative ‘mini‑Duster’ for around 2028.