Third-Gen Renault Duster Unveiled in India: Hybrid Power, Three Engine Options & 31 ADAS Safety Features

Renault has officially revealed the third-generation Duster in India — a complete redesign of the company’s most iconic and bestselling SUV. The all-new Duster arrives with a muscular new stance, multiple powertrain options including a strong hybrid, and segment-leading safety upgrades.

This marks one of Renault’s biggest product revamps in years as the brand gears up to re-enter the competitive compact-SUV war.

🚙 A Sharper, Tougher & More Modern Duster

The new generation Duster features:

A more muscular body design

New Y-shaped LED DRLs

A wider, bolder stance

Rugged off-road styling elements inspired by global Dacia Bigster

Renault is positioning it as a lifestyle SUV, built for both city comfort and adventure driving.

🔌 Three Powertrain Options — Including a Hybrid

For the first time ever, the Duster will offer:

Strong Hybrid Powertrain (Self-charging)

1.0L Turbo Engine (TCE)

1.2L Turbo Engine (TCE)

The hybrid model is expected to deliver high fuel efficiency — making Duster one of the rare compact SUVs in India with strong-hybrid tech.

Renault has built the SUV on its new R-GMP modular platform, engineered for better performance, space, and global safety standards.

🛡️ ADAS-Powered Safety With 31 Features

Safety is the biggest leap in the 2026 Duster.

The SUV will come with 31 Advanced Driver Assistance (ADAS) features, including:

Lane Keep Assist

Adaptive Cruise Control

Forward Collision Warning

Autonomous Emergency Braking

Blind Spot Detection

Traffic Sign Recognition

This package positions the Duster among the most safety-focused SUVs in the segment.

🪶 Interior Upgrades & Tech Features

Expected premium additions include:

Large touchscreen infotainment with wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay

Fully digital instrument cluster

Automatic climate control

360-degree camera

Premium upholstery & more cabin space

The new layout is aimed at elevating Duster from its earlier rugged-only appeal to a more modern + comfort-oriented balance.

📦 Launch & Pricing Expectations

While Renault has not yet announced pricing, industry estimates expect the new Duster to start at:

👉 ₹11.5 lakh – ₹18.5 lakh (ex-showroom) depending on the engine and variant.

This puts it directly against rivals such as:

Hyundai Creta

Kia Seltos

Maruti Grand Vitara (Hybrid)

Toyota Hyryder

MG Astor