Friday, August 14, 2026

Renault Duster Iconic Launch Edition Explained

The 2026 third-gen Renault Duster has finally made it to our shores, with introductory prices starting from Rs 10.29 lakh (ex-showroom). It is offered in five key variants: Authentic, Evolution, Techno, Techno+ and Iconic. To make its comeback to the Indian market more memorable, the brand has also introduced a new Launch Edition based on the top-spec Iconic variant. While it gets all the amenities of the standard model, it stands out with a host of exclusive visual enhancements, details of which are mentioned below: –

Renault Duster Iconic Launch Edition: Styling Elements

  • While the Launch Edition looks identical to the top-spec Duster Iconic variant, it gets an exclusive Duster Iconic badge with yellow contrast stripes and Himalaya-inspired graphics placed on a black plate, along with the Renault Logo on the front doors. 
  • A yellow highlight is also present on the body-cladding over the doors, with an “ICONIC” lettering.
  • The roof rail also has ‘Duster’ lettering in yellow finish.
  • The Launch Edition also features blacked-out alloy wheels for a stealthier appearance.

Renault Duster Iconic Launch Edition: Colour Option

The Duster Iconic Launch Edition comes solely in a dual-tone Mountain Jade Green shade with a Black roof.

Features Onboard

Other than the above mentioned changes, the Launch Edition remains identical to the Iconic variant. That said, it features the same interior layout, draped in a dual-tone black and Mountain Jade green cabin theme with leatherette upholstery.

Renault Duster Iconic Launch Edition interior and features

The features list also remains the same as the Iconic trim. Key highlights include automatic LED projector headlamps, a10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment with Google OS integration, a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, a 6-speaker Arkamys sound system,6-way power adjustable front seats with ventilation support and manual lumbar support adjustment, dual-zone auto AC with rear vents, panoramic sunroof, an air purifier with PM2.5 filter, 48-colour ambient lighting, wireless phone charger, rain sensing wipers, six airbags, 360-degree camera, electronic parking brakes with auto-hold, TPMS, front, side & rear parking sensors, hill hold, and level-2 ADAS suite.

Related: 2026 Renault Duster vs Hyundai Creta: Which SUV Offers Better Value?

Renault Duster Iconic Launch Edition: Engine Options

Renault offers the Launch Edition with the SUV’s 1.3-litre turbocharged petrol (163PS/280Nm) and 1.8-litre petrol with a strong-hybrid system. While the former can be had with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, the latter comes solely with the 8-speed automatic DHT (Dedicated Hybrid Transmission). It doesn’t have the smaller 1-litre turbo petrol engine on offer.

Renault Duster Iconic Launch Edition price in India

Renault Duster Iconic Launch Edition: Price

Buyers eyeing the 1.3-litre Duster Iconic Launch Edition will have to shell out Rs 16.99 lakh for the manual and Rs 18.49 lakh for the automatic version. Price for the 1.8-litre engine option is yet to be announced.

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