The Renault Duster, which was discontinued in 2022, has finally made its comeback to the Indian market in an all-new avatar at a starting price of Rs 10.29 lakh (ex-showroom). It is available in five variants: Authentic, Evolution, Techno, Techno+, and Iconic, across three engine options: 1L turbo-petrol, 1.3L turbo-petrol and 1.8L petrol with strong hybrid. Let’s take a look at their price list: –
| Renault Duster Variants | 1-litre turbo-petrol with Manual | 1.3-litre turbo-petrol with Manual | 1.3-litre turbo-petrol with DCT | |||
| Standard Price | R-Pass Price* | Standard Price | R-Pass Price* | Standard Price | R-Pass Price* | |
| Authentic | ₹10.49 lakh | ₹10.29 lakh | — | — | — | — |
| Evolution | ₹11.69 lakh | ₹11.39 lakh | ₹12.99 lakh | ₹12.69 lakh | ₹14.49 lakh | ₹13.99 lakh |
| Techno | ₹13.49 lakh | ₹13.19 lakh | ₹14.49 lakh | ₹14.19 lakh | ₹15.89 lakh | ₹15.49 lakh |
| Techno+ | — | — | ₹15.29 lakh | ₹14.99 lakh | ₹16.69 lakh | ₹16.29 lakh |
| Iconic | — | — | ₹16.99 lakh | ₹16.59 lakh | ₹18.49 lakh | ₹18.09 lakh |
*R-Pass Price: – Valid for bookings till March 31st, 2026
- Bookings for the Renault Duster are already underway for a token amount of Rs 21,000.
- Deliveries of the turbo-petrol variants will begin in April, whereas the hybrid variants will arrive around Diwali’26.
- Prices of the strong-hybrid variants will be announced in the near future.
2026 Renault Duster: R Pass Benefits
Under the R Pass program, the early-bird customers will not only get special introductory prices, but will also enjoy the following additional benefits: –
- Priority delivery
- Complimentary “GANG OF DUSTERS” merchandise
- Chance to see the new Duster getting built at Renault’s Chennai plant
2026 Renault Duster – Engine Options
As mentioned above, the Renault Duster is being offered with three engine options, comprising two turbocharged petrol and one strong-hybrid unit.
- The turbocharged units include a 100PS 1-litre unit from the Kiger and the segment’s most powerful 163PS 1.3-litre unit.
- The third engine option will be a 1.8-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine mated to an E-tech strong-hybrid system featuring two motors – a 49hp electric motor and a 20hp hybrid starter generator, powered by a 1.4kWh (280V) battery. The combined system output is rated at 160PS and 172Nm.
| Specification | 1-litre Turbo Petrol | 1.3-litre Turbo-petrol | 1.8-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol with E-tech strong-hybrid system |
| No of Cylinders | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Max Power | 100PS | 163PS | 162PS (Combined) |
| Peak Torque | 160Nm | 280Nm | 172Nm (Combined) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual and 6-speed DCT | 8-speed DHT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
*DCT: Dual-clutch transmission, DHT: Dedicated Hybrid Transmission
Dimensions
- Built on Renault’s new RGMP platform, the new Duster is 4343mm long, 1813mm wide and 1659mm tall. It has a wheelbase of 2657mm, a ground clearance of 212mm, while the boot space is rated at 518 litres.
- It boasts an approach angle of 26.9 degrees and a departure angle of 34.7 degrees, making it capable of handling the rough terrains and steep inclines with ease.
Renault Duster – Design and Features
Speaking of the design, the 2026 Duster boasts a butchy profile and boxy proportions, with aggressive design cues. It gets several styling changes compared to its global-spec trim. These include a large grille with bold “DUSTER” lettering, C-shaped taillights connected by an LED light bar, and a fighter jet-inspired cabin design with twin-connected displays.
Regarding features, Renault has equipped the new Duster with plenty of modern-day amenities. These include: –
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Automatic headlamps
- Powered tailgate
- A 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Google OS integration
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- A 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- Panoramic sunroof
- 48-colour ambient lighting
- Wireless smartphone charging
- Dual-zone AC
- Rear AC vents
- 6-way powered front seats with ventilated function and manual lumbar support
- Three-drive modes (Comfort, Eco and Perso)
- Electronic parking brakes with auto-hold
- 360-degree camera
- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control
- Hill assist
- Front & rear parking sensors
- Level-2 ADAS suite
Competition Check
In the hotly congested mid-size SUV segment, the Duster is pitted against the Maruti Grand Vitara & Victoris, Toyota Hyryder, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, MG Astor, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, Honda Elevate, and the upcoming Nissan Tekton.
