Renault Duster is a highly popular compact SUV in the domestic market ever since its launch. The five-seater has helped in establishing Renault as a major player among other big brands who have had a strong footing courtesy of their decades of presence. Through its lifespan, the SUV endured one significant update in 2016 but it was not enough to keep the consistent flow of sales.
With the best-selling Kwid small hatchback registering sales dip in recent months and the Captur falling short of expectations, Renault is emphasising more on upcoming new vehicles but they would obviously take some time to appear as the list includes a subcompact SUV and an affordable MPV codenamed RBC.
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The new-gen Duster made its public debut as a Dacia at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show. The presence of Captur could delay Duster’s launch as Renault might risk the possibility of having two products at almost similar price bracket. With the Duster hoped to be given the get-go, let us see what the new model has in store.
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They are accompanied by newly designed 17-inch alloy wheels, thick side body cladding, tweaked glass area, revised aluminium roof bars, raised beltline and a revised rear section with new taillights similarly to the Jeep Renegade, black wing arch trims, etc. It also has wider track and reprofiled side panels while the windscreen has been moved forward by to increase space.
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The premium equipment list comprises of multi-view camera system linked to the coloured infotainment screen, blind spot monitoring, automatic AC, automatic headlights, curtain airbags and keyless entry and hands-free key card. On the engine front, the new Renault Duster could get a new 1.6-litre fuel-efficient diesel engine replacing the 1.5 dCi for the Indian market.