New Delhi. French automobile company Renault’s sister brand Dacia has introduced the Soul of Dakar Edition of the new generation Duster. This is a show car, which the CEO of the company has expressed the possibility of introducing as a showroom model in the future. This SUV from Renault is expected to be launched in the Indian market in the second half of 2025.
The new Duster is based on the CMF-B platform, which has been jointly developed by Renault, Nissan and Dacia. The SUV has been designed keeping in mind its ruggedness and off-roading capabilities. The car includes Y-shaped LED headlights, vertical air inlets, new front bumper, square wheel arches and V-shaped taillights. Duster will now come with 5 and 7-seater options. Its length is 4340 mm and wheelbase is 2657 mm.
Interior and Features
The new Duster has a double-layer dashboard and 7 inch and 10.1 inch digital screen. The car will have premium features like wireless charging, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, automatic climate control and Arcamis 3D sound system. For safety, the SUV will have advanced features like automatic emergency braking and ADAS.
Engine Options
The new Duster will have three engine options. This will include 1.3-litre turbo petrol (154bhp), 1.0-litre turbo petrol, and 1.2-litre hybrid petrol (170bhp, 200Nm) engines. The engine will be mated to a 5-speed gearbox.
price and competition
The new Renault Duster is expected to be priced around ₹20 lakh (ex-showroom). In the Indian market, it will compete with SUVs like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Tata Harrier, Skoda Kushaq and Maruti Grand Vitara.
Renault Duster will return to the Indian market in its new avatar with modern features, hybrid engine and strong off-roading capabilities. It can prove to be a premium and powerful option in the SUV segment.
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FIRST PUBLISHED : December 10, 2024, 4:51 PM IST
