2026 Renault Duster Launched at ₹10.49 Lakh: Pricing takes Centre Stage

Renault has brought back the Duster to India with a starting price of ₹10.49 lakh (ex-showroom), with an introductory price tag of ₹10.29 lakh for early buyers.

The aggressive entry price places the SUV below key rivals, while the range stretches to around ₹20 lakh for fully loaded variants.

Prices Across Variants

Variant	1.0L Turbo MT (Std)	1.0L Turbo MT (R-Pass)	1.3L Turbo MT (Std)	1.3L Turbo MT (R-Pass)	1.3L Turbo DCT (Std)	1.3L Turbo DCT (R-Pass)
Authentic	10.49	10.29	–	–	–	–
Evolution	11.69	11.39	12.99	12.69	14.49	13.99
Techno	13.49	13.19	14.49	14.19	15.89	15.49
Techno+	–	–	15.29	14.99	16.69	16.29
Iconic	–	–	16.99	16.59	18.49	18.09

Exterior: True to Its Roots

The design retains the Duster’s core identity alive.

• Upright stance with a boxy profile
• Prominent wheel arches and body cladding
• Y-shaped LED lighting signature
• High ground clearance for rough roads

It looks tough and purpose-built, rather than urban-focused.

Interior: Major Upgrade

Inside, the change is significant.

• Large 10.1-inch touchscreen with digital cluster
• Cleaner, driver-focused layout
• Panoramic sunroof and ambient lighting
• Better materials and overall finish

The cabin feels modern and competitive, fixing one of the old model’s biggest negatives.

Performance Figures

Renault is offering multiple powertrain options:

• 1.0L turbo petrol: 100 hp and 160 Nm torque
• 1.3L turbo petrol: 163 hp and 280 Nm torque
• Manual and automatic options

The brand will also introduce a 1.8-litre strong-hybrid petrol powertrain by Diwali 2026.

The hybrid will get a combined 109 hp petrol engine with a 49 hp electric motor, a 20 hp hybrid starter generator and a 1.4kWh battery to support.

Technology and Safety

The new Duster sees a big jump in the features list:

• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Connected car tech
• 360-degree camera and ADAS
• Up to six airbags and electronic stability control

Overview

The comeback is built around one thing: price.

At ₹10.49 lakh, the new Duster enters the segment with a clear advantage. It competes with rivals where it matters the most, while still offering enough across variants.