Archive · 27 Jan 2026
Renault Duster 2026 Unveiled in India
Renault is bringing back its popular Duster SUV in India after stopping production in 2021.
The new Duster will have modern features and a new engine.
It has been tested in different places, including very hot and cold areas, and even in the high mountains of Leh-Ladakh.
The car will be launched on Republic Day, January 26, 2026.
Renault hopes this SUV will help them do well in the competitive Indian car market, where SUVs are very popular.
The price is expected to be between ₹9.99 lakh and ₹20 lakh.
The new Duster will have a bold and sporty design, with a 10.09-inch infotainment screen and a 10.25-inch instrument cluster.
It will also have advanced safety features like Level-2 ADAS and multiple airbags.
The car will be available in three engine options: a 1.0L turbo-petrol, a 1.3L turbo-petrol, and a 1.8L strong hybrid.
Deliveries for the turbo-petrol engines will start in April 2026, while the hybrid version will be delivered during Diwali 2026.
Customers can pre-book the SUV for a token amount of ₹21,000, which gives them priority delivery, introductory pricing, and branded merchandise.
Renault's Duster SUV, discontinued in 2021, will be relaunched in India on January 26, 2026.
The new Duster features modern design, advanced technology, and a new engine with three powertrain options: 1.0L turbo-petrol, 1.3L turbo-petrol, and 1.8L strong hybrid.
It has undergone extensive global testing, including in extreme temperatures and high altitudes like Leh-Ladakh.
The SUV is expected to be priced between ₹9.99 lakh and ₹20 lakh across variants, with deliveries starting in April 2026 for turbo-petrol engines and Diwali 2026 for the hybrid version.
Renault aims to strengthen its position in India's competitive SUV market with this relaunch, and pre-booking is available for ₹21,000.
- Who
- Renault India
- What
- Relaunch of the Duster SUV
- When
- January 26, 2026 (launch), April 2026 (deliveries for turbo-petrol), Diwali 2026 (deliveries for hybrid)
- Where
- India, with production in Chennai
- Why
- To strengthen its position in India's competitive SUV market
Renault
Competitors
Market Positioning
Renault
Renault aims to strengthen its position in India's competitive SUV market with the relaunch of the Duster.
Competitors
Competitors may view the Duster's return as a threat and could respond with new models or promotions.
- Launch Date
- January 26, 2026
- Production Location
- Chennai, India
- Expected Price Range
- ₹9.99 lakh to ₹20 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Testing Conditions
- 1 million km across three continents, 23°C to 55°C
- Key Features
- Modern design, advanced technology, enhanced performance, new engine, 10.09-inch infotainment screen, 10.25-inch instrument cluster, Level-2 ADAS, multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, TPMS
- Engine Options
- 1.0L turbo-petrol, 1.3L turbo-petrol, 1.8L strong hybrid
- Boot Space
- 518L
- Deliveries Start
- April 2026 (turbo-petrol), Diwali 2026 (hybrid)
- Pre-booking
- ₹21,000 for R Pass
Sources
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