Renault is ready to officially bring back the Duster in the Indian market. This comes after a hiatus of around 4 years. The initial steps have already been taken with the SUV's unveiling. Now, the automaker is set to announce the model's prices, marking its re-entry into the market. This will be the automaker's most important launch, as the SUV is central to its growth strategy in the country. In a highly competitive segment against rivals like Hyundai Creta, Tata Sierra, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, and Kia Seltos, pricing will play a crucial role in the model's future in India. Here, we share all the LIVE updates related to the launch of the Renault Duster. Stay Tuned!
New Renault Duster Launch LIVE Updates: Duster's Popularity
The Renault Duster in its previous avatar was popular in the Indian market because of its ride and handling. Furthermore, the consumers praised it for its ability to adapt to various road conditions and still offer a balanced ride.
New Renault Duster Launch LIVE Updates: Made For India
The brand says that the car has been designed for India, will be manufactured in India, and the powertrain has been tailored to cater for the needs of the Indian market. This is because India is a highly competitive market, as visible in the form of the competition in the segment from models like Creta, Victoris, and others.
Renault Duster 2026 Launch Latest Updates: Google-Powered Connectivity
The brand aims the SUV at tech-focused buyers and hence is offering Google-powered connectivity in the cabin. The French automaker claims that it will be "best-in-class" and has been included as very competitive.
Renault Duster 2026 Launch LIVE Updates: Price Announcement
The event for the announcement of the prices of the Duster began at 11 AM today. All the other details of the SUV have already been revealed, but the brand kept the prices a secret.
New Renault Duster Launch LIVE Updates: Duster's Importance
The Renault Duster's launch is important for the brand as it marks the return of a popular nameplate. Furthermore, this is the first step for the brand in the implementation of its new strategy to improve its reach and presence among consumers. It is also the representative of the brand in a highly competitive and lucrative segment.
Renault Duster 2026 Launch India Latest Updates: Return After 4 Years
The Renault Duster was on sale in the Indian market until 2022 and is now making a return in 2026. However, the Indian market has significantly changed and the popularity of the SUV will highly depend on the price announcement today.
Renault Duster 2026 Launch LIVE Updates: Safety
The list of safety features for the Renault Duster includes elements like six airbags, electronic stability control, ABS with EBD, ISOFIX child seats, 360-degree camera, rear parking sensors, disc brakes on all four wheels, electric parking brake, and to round it all up, the SUV gets Level 2 ADAS.
New Renault Duster Launch LIVE Updates: Features
The new Renault Duster comes with a 10.1-inch infotainment with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, ambient lighting, ventilated front seats, six-way powered front seats, a powered tailgate, dual-zone climate control, push button start/stop, and more.
Renault Duster 2026 Launch LIVE: Rivals
The Renault Duster will compete in the mid-size SUV segment against models like the Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Hyundai Creta, Tata Sierra, Kia Seltos, Honda Elevate, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, and others in the same segment.
Renault Duster 2026 Launch India: Interior Picture
Renault Duster interior layout picture:
Renault Duster Launch LIVE: Interior
The interiors of the Renault Duster come with a focus on offering a premium experience to consumers. It comes with a new three-spoke steering wheel with Piano black details in the cabin and a dual-screen dashboard design. All of it is aimed at offering a tech-rich experience to the consumers.
New Renault Duster Launch: Expected Price
The new Renault Duster is expected to have a starting price in the range of Rs 9 lakh to Rs 10 lakh, considering the competition in the segment. Many of the SUVs' rivals have a starting price within the range of Rs 11 lakh.
Renault Duster Launch LIVE: Bookings
The Renault Duster pre-bookings began since the SUV was unveiled in Jan 2026 for a token amount of Rs 21,000. However, the prices will be announced today.
New Renault Duster Launch LIVE: Alloy Wheel
The Renault Duster will come with 18-inch alloy wheels:
Renault Duster 2026 Launch India: Sunroof
The top view of the SUV reveals the sunroof in the picture:
Renault Duster 2026 Launch LIVE: Rear Three Quarter Picture
The rear end of the SUV features triangular tail lights connected by a light bar:
New Renault Duster Launch: Side Profile Picture
The India-spec Renault Duster maintains the silhouette of the international spec model:
Renault Duster Launch LIVE: Front Three Quarter Picture
The India-spec Renault Duster gets a design different from the international version of the model:
New Renault Duster Launch LIVE: Colours
The Renault Duster will be available in six colour options including Sunset Red, River Blue, Pearl White, Stealth Black, Moonlight Silver, and Jade Mountain Green.
Renault Duster 2026 Launch in India: Rear Design
From the side view, it is equipped with 18-inch black alloy wheels, rear door handles mounted on the C-pillar, and body cladding around the wheel arches and at the lower edges of the doors. At the back, it features triangular LED taillights linked by a light bar that has a Renault badge in the centre, along with a black bumper contrasted by a silver trim.
Renault Duster 2026 Launch LIVE: Front Design
In comparison to the international model, the Renault Duster in India features a slightly altered design. It includes new LED headlights accompanied by eyebrow-shaped LED daytime running lights and a glossy black grille displaying ‘Duster’ instead of the Renault emblem. The bumper showcases large air intakes and fog lights positioned on its black lower section. A silver trim on the bumper adds a touch of flair to the front appearance.
New Renault Duster Launch: Dimensions
Competing in the mid-size SUV segment, the SUV stands at 4,343mm in length, 1,813mm in width, 1,659mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,657mm. Meanwhile, the ground clearance is 212mm.
Renault Duster Launch LIVE: Platform
The new Renault Duster is based on the CMFB platform in the international model. However, the India-spec version is based on the RGMP platform with a new electrical architecture co-developed with Google.
