Renault Duster refresh lands
Renault will unveil the new-generation Duster SUV in India on March 17, 2026 — previews praise a tougher design, bigger cabin and improved features []. Renault also plans a strong hybrid Duster variant by October 2026 and targets four new mass-market products in India by 2030 [].
Renault renamed its Chennai manufacturing facility the "Gerard Detourbet Chennai Plant" thehindubusinessline.com, and the group moved to full ownership of the site after buying out RNAIPL’s remaining stake earlier in 2025 caradvice.in. India-spec Duster line-up includes a 999cc 1.0‑litre turbo making about 101 bhp, a 1.3‑litre turbo in the mid‑range, and a strong‑hybrid setup producing roughly 160 hp that pairs a petrol engine with dual electric motors and a ~1.4 kWh battery autocarindia.com. The cabin brings dual digital screens, a 10.1‑inch central display, Level‑2 ADAS (AEB, adaptive cruise), ventilated front seats and a 360° camera, while published specs list a 2,657 mm wheelbase and 212 mm ground clearance with flexible boot volume figures reported by reviewers team-bhp.com. Dealership previews and showroom displays have already rolled out ahead of retail delivery runs scheduled from April 2026, with expected on‑road pricing reported in the ₹12.23–₹23.16 lakh band and the Duster positioned against Tata, Hyundai/Kia rivals as well as strong‑hybrid competitors in the market autocarindia.com.
