Renault India is poised to revitalize its presence in the Indian market, with plans to reintroduce the Duster SUV. This move follows recent facelifts of existing models like the Triber and Kiger. While official details regarding the launch remain unconfirmed, industry speculation points towards an early 2026 release. The third-generation Duster, already available in South Africa in a right-hand-drive format, is priced at approximately ₹23.36 lakh. With the Duster’s discontinuation in 2022, Renault’s lineup has experienced a noticeable gap in a highly competitive segment. The new Duster will face competition from vehicles like the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Hyundai Creta, MG Astor, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, Honda Elevate, and Citroën C3 Aircross. The upcoming Duster is built on the CMF-B modular platform and is expected to offer three powertrain options: a 1.6-litre strong-hybrid petrol engine, a 1.2-litre petrol engine with a mild-hybrid system, and a 1.0-litre petrol-LPG dual-fuel engine.
