2026 Renault Duster Launched in India: Price Starts at ₹10.49 Lakh, Specs, and Variants
17 Mar 2026, 01:01 PM
Renault Duster has been launched in India with a starting price of ₹10.49 lakh (ex-showroom). After a four-year absence, the third-generation model has officially launched, blending its rugged heritage with modern technology and a bold new design.
The return of the Renault Duster marks a significant moment for the Indian SUV market. Pre-bookings for the Duster SUV kicked off earlier this year in January, with a starting price of Rs. 21,000.
Interestingly, the brand has already secured over 91 percent of pre-orders for the turbo variants.
Price, Bookings, & Deliveries
Introductory Pricing: Customers who pre-booked using the R-Pass can purchase the SUV at a special starting price of ₹10.29 lakh (valid until March 31).
Price Range: The standard ex-showroom prices range from ₹10.49 lakh to ₹18.49 lakh.
Bookings: Pre-launch bookings are open for a token amount of ₹21,000.
Deliveries: Deliveries for the turbo-petrol variants are scheduled to begin in mid-April 2026, while the strong-hybrid variant will arrive around Diwali 2026.
Catch the latest launches and updates on CarOnPhone!Variant-Wise Price
| Variant | 1.3-litre turbo MT | 1.3-litre turbo MT | 1.3-litre turbo DCT | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | R-Pass | Standard | R-Pass | Standard | |
| Authentic | Rs 10.49 lakh | Rs 10.29 lakh | — | — | — |
| Evolution | Rs 11.69 lakh | Rs 11.39 lakh | Rs 12.99 lakh | 12.69 lakh | Rs 14.49 lakh |
| Techno | Rs 13.49 lakh | Rs 13.19 lakh | Rs 14.49 lakh | Rs 14.19 lakh | Rs 15.89 lakh |
| Techno Plus | — | — | Rs 15.29 lakh | Rs 14.99 lakh | Rs 16.69 lakh |
| Iconic | — | — | Rs 16.99 lakh | Rs 16.59 lakh | Rs 18.49 lakh |
| Iconic Launch Edition | — | — | — | Rs 16.79 lakh | — |
Color Options
The 2026 Renault Duster is available in six different color options:
- Mountain Jade Green
- River Blue
- Sunset Red
- Pearl White
- Moonlight Silver
- Stealth Black
Engine Options
| Engine | 1-litre turbo petrol | 1.3-litre turbo petrol with mild-hybrid | 1.8-litre turbo-petrol strong hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 100 PS | 163 PS | 160 PS (expected) |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 280 Nm | TBA |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual, 6-speed DCT* | 8-speed DHT^ |
Dimensions
Length: 4346 mm | Width: 1815 mm | Height: 1703 mm | Wheelbase: 2657 mm | Ground clearance: 212 mm | Boot space: 518 litres
Features
- Panoramic sunroof
- 360-degree camera
- Level 2 ADAS
- Six airbags
- Powered front seats
- Ambient lighting
- Type-C charging ports
- Dual-zone climate control
- Powered tailgate
- Electronic parking brake with auto-hold
Competitors
The 2026 Renault Duster will compete with Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Tata Sierra, Toyota Hyryder, Skoda Kushaq Facelift, MG Astor, Maruti Grand Vitara, Maruti Victoris, Tata Curvv, Honda Elevate, Volkswagen Taigun, and Citroen Basalt.
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