New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Price, features, colours and variants

New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: The launch event for the 2026 Renault Duster began at 6:30 PM. Get real-time updates on price, specs, new design, upgraded cabin, and engine options.

Summary

New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: The new Duster returns to India in its third generation. It will get an all-new powertrain, design and a platform as well. Once launched, it will go against the Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun.

Globally, the Renault Duster is sold as Dacia Duster (pictured above)

Renault has pulled the covers off the next-generation Duster for India today, bringing back one of its most recognisable nameplates. The Duster was instrumental in shaping the midsize SUV space when it first arrived, and this new iteration is a vital step in Renault’s plan to rebuild its presence in an SUV-heavy Indian market.

Follow all the updates here:

• 27 Jan 2026, 08:21:57 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest update: Walkaround Video

  Here is a quick walkaround video of the new Renault Duster

• 26 Jan 2026, 09:44:54 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: 10-inch infotainment display

  

  The new Duster comes with a 10-inch touchscreen display and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster.

• 26 Jan 2026, 09:33:54 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Load-bearing roof rails

  

  The roof rails on the new Duster are not just for show. They have a load bearing capacity of up to 50 kgs.

• 26 Jan 2026, 09:23:43 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: 18-inch alloy wheels

  

  The new Duster comes with 18-inch alloy wheels. These are finished in “adventure” black finish.

• 26 Jan 2026, 08:55:47 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: More key information

  

  The driver's display also features openR integration.

  The Renault Duster gets new 18-inch ‘adventure’ black alloy wheels, carbon-fibre style dashboard inserts, a 10.24-inch driver's display and a 10.1-inch openR link multimedia screen. The cabin gets clean air with a PM 2.5 filter, wireless charging, an electronic shifter and dual zone climate control.

• 26 Jan 2026, 08:35:00 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Roof design and practicality

  The roof of the SUV features a shark fin antenna along with an electronically operated panoramic sunroof. Also provided up top are functional roof rails with a load-bearing capacity of up to 50 kilograms.

• 26 Jan 2026, 08:19:35 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Launch date and availability

  The Renault Duster pricing will be announced in mid-March. The deliveries are slated to begin by mid-April. However, Renault says that the hybrid variant will come a little later by Diwali this year.

• 26 Jan 2026, 08:09:28 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Pre-bookings at ₹21,000

  

  Renault is calling pre-bookings ‘R-Pass’. Customers with the ‘R-Pass’ will also enjoy special introductory pricing for the Duster SUV.

• 26 Jan 2026, 08:01:04 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Duster makes debut on stage

  

  The Renault Duster has been unveiled.

  Finally, Renault has debuted the new Duster on Indian soil with pre-bookings commencing immediately. Users pre-booking the SUV will be get priority delivery and ‘Gang of Duster’ merchandise.

• 26 Jan 2026, 07:54:12 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Warranty information

  Renault is offering a maximum warranty of 7-years or 1,50,000 km on the new Duster under the newly launche ‘Renault Forever Program.’

• 26 Jan 2026, 07:44:53 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Boot space

  The SUV gets up to 700 litres of boot space. Renault claims this is 80L higher than the Duster's nearest competitor.

• 26 Jan 2026, 07:37:18 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Features unveiled

  The highlight features of the new-gen Renault Duster include Inbuilt google assistant, an electric tail gate, a 6-way powered driver seat, front ventilated seats, an ADAS package with features and 360 camera.

• 26 Jan 2026, 07:34:29 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Powertrain options

  The Duster will come in three engine options, including a strong hybrid powertrain. The engine options include: A turbo TCe 160 engine producing 163 PS and 280 NM, a 1.8L GDI strong hybrid engine with a 1.4 kW battery, and a turbo TCe 100 engine.

• 26 Jan 2026, 07:28:17 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Based on an all-new RGM Platform

  The Duster is based on the Renault Group Modular Platform (RGMP). The SUV is made in India. The SUV has been tested and tuned at Madras Motor Race Track in Chennai.

• 26 Jan 2026, 07:23:19 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Interior revealed

  

  The interior of the Renault Duster has been reaveled.

  The SUV features a seamless display on the dashboard with accent stitching and ambient lighting inside the cabin.

• 26 Jan 2026, 07:19:49 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: India-spec Duster unveiled

  

  The new-gen Renault Duster

  The Chief Design Officer at Renault Group, Laurens van den Acker, has unveiled the India-spec Duster featuring a muscular design with Duster badging on the front grille.

• 26 Jan 2026, 07:14:14 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: New logo for the ‘Gang of Dusters’

  

  The carmaker has revealed a new special logo for the owner's community, naming it the ‘Gang of Dusters’. The new logo is aimed at creating a sense of familiarity among the owners.

• 26 Jan 2026, 07:08:38 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Milind Soman and Ranvijay Sinha join the stage

  Milind Soman has taken the stage, and joining him is Ranvijay Sinha, sharing his personal stories from the live show ‘Roadies’, where the Renault Duster became part of the ‘gang’.

• 26 Jan 2026, 07:00:31 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Engine options confirmed

  Stephane Deblaise, CEO of Renault Group in India, confirms that the SUV will be powered by two new turbo engines along with a hybrid powertrain.

• 26 Jan 2026, 06:57:22 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Fabrice Cambolive sets the ball rolling

  

  Opening the show is Fabrice Cambolive, CEO at Renault Group. The official mentioned India as a key strategic hub for the brand's global operations. Other key strategic locations include South Korea, Morocco, Turkey and Latin America. He also announced that Renault is now the complete owner of the Chennai plant.

• 26 Jan 2026, 06:50:25 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Expected convenience features

  Globally available features on the new Duster include wireless smartphone charging and a six-speaker Arkamys 3D audio system. It will be interesting to see what Renault brings to the Indian market with the Duster SUV.

• 26 Jan 2026, 06:38:28 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Launch event begins

  

  Renault begins by celebrating the 77th Republic Day of India.

  The wait is over. Renault has commenced the launch event for the Duster on this momentous occasion of India's 77th Republic Day with a patriotic touch.

• 26 Jan 2026, 06:28:57 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Global positioning

  Renault has positioned the Duster globally as a rugged SUV rather than a purely urban crossover. This strategy differentiates it from several rivals that prioritise on-road comfort over off-road capability.

• 26 Jan 2026, 06:18:32 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Off-road capabilities

  Global-spec variants offer ground clearance figures reaching up to 217 mm, useful for mild off-road use cases. Renault has also revised the SUV’s approach and departure angles to improve rough-road performance.

• 26 Jan 2026, 06:08:19 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Expected safety equipment

  Safety equipment on the international Duster lineup includes six airbags and electronic stability control. Hill-descent control and ISOFIX child-seat anchors are also part of the standard safety package in several markets.

• 26 Jan 2026, 05:58:36 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Moments away from showtime

  

  New-gen Renault Duster launch event in Chennai.

  Reporting live from the launch event in Chennai, the stage is set for the return of the Renault Duster. We will be keeping you up to date with the quickest updates from ground zero today. The launch event is slated to begin at 6:30 PM IST. Stay tuned!

• 26 Jan 2026, 05:50:46 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Expected features

  Instrumentation on global-spec models is fully digital, with a 7-inch display replacing traditional analogue dials. Renault says the layout is designed to prioritise readability during both on-road and off-road driving.

• 26 Jan 2026, 05:41:19 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Cabin expectations

  The third-generation Duster, sold internationally, adopts a more functional interior design with a clear focus on usability. Renault has paired this approach with a large 10.1-inch central touchscreen supporting Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

• 26 Jan 2026, 05:31:12 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: International dimensions

  On the international version of the Duster, the length stands at approximately 4,345 mm, and the wheelbase reportedly measures around 2,658 mm, indicating a larger footprint than the previous model. We expect them to be carried over to the India-spec SUV as well.

• 26 Jan 2026, 05:19:00 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Ladakh trip complete

  The upcoming Renault Duster has even completed its first Ladakh trip during the testing phase. It completed high-altitude testing, reaching Khardung La at 18,379 feet.

• 26 Jan 2026, 05:05:29 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Duster's pre-India launch achievement

  According to Renault, the Duster has already been tested globally, covering more than 1 million kilometres across three continents under some of the toughest conditions. The company stated that these tests ranged from –23 degrees Celsius to 55 degrees Celsius.

• 26 Jan 2026, 04:49:54 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Positioning in India

  The new Duster will slot into the highly competitive midsize SUV segment, taking on established rivals from Hyundai, Kia, Maruti, and others.

• 26 Jan 2026, 04:30:25 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Will there be a diesel engine on offer?

  No, Renault will not be selling a diesel engine with the new Duster. The previous version of the Duster used to come with a diesel engine but it was discontinued because of the emission norms

• 26 Jan 2026, 04:18:02 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: What are the expected specifications of the 1.3-litre turbo petrol engine?

  The 1.3-litre turbo petrol engine will be the same one that was on the Duster before it got discontinued. It puts out 156 hp and 254 Nm. It came with a 6-speed manual gearbox or a CVT automatic transmission.

• 26 Jan 2026, 03:58:56 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: What are the expected specifications of the 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine?

  The 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine is expected to be shared with the Kiger. In the Kiger, the engine puts out 100 bhp and up to 160 Nm. However, because the Duster is a bigger car, Renault might bump up the power to 120 bhp.

• 26 Jan 2026, 03:42:16 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Will there be a hybrid powertrain on offer?

  As of now, Renault has not confirmed a hybrid powertrain as of now. But in the global market, they do sell a hybrid engine. It is a 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with two electric motors. The gearbox on duty is an e-CVT automatic transmission.

• 26 Jan 2026, 03:24:39 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: What will power the new Duster?

  The new Duster is expected to be sold with a set of turbo petrol engines. There can be a 1.0-litre turbo petrol and a 1.3-litre turbo petrol engine on offer.

• 26 Jan 2026, 03:14:17 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: What is the expected starting price of the new Duster?

  While there is no confirmation, we are hoping that the new Duster starts at around ₹10 lakh ex-showroom.

• 26 Jan 2026, 02:58:35 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: New platform

  The new Duster is reported to use the CMF-B architecture, which should improve chassis dynamics and safety over the older model’s platform. The new platform was also designed with the keeping hybrid powertrains in mind. The CMF-B platform is used by the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance.

• 26 Jan 2026, 02:43:12 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Why did the Duster go off sale?

  Production of the earlier Duster ended largely because of tightening emission rules and a drop in sales, which made it hard for Renault to keep updating the older model.

• 26 Jan 2026, 02:24:26 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Brand nostalgia factor

  For many buyers, the Duster name still carries strong recall, especially among those who owned or aspired to the original model. This would be enough for some people to buy the new Duster once again. However, since the Duster got discontinued, the competition has increased significantly. It would be interesting to see how the market unfolds.

• 26 Jan 2026, 02:01:48 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Got to get that price right

  With aggressive pricing from rivals, Renault’s pricing approach today will play a big role in how the new Duster is received. India is a very price-sensitive market, so Renault would have to play very intelligently here.

• 26 Jan 2026, 01:41:03 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Dealer network relevance

  A successful Duster could help Renault improve showroom footfalls and dealer confidence across key Indian markets. The new Duster will help in driving new customers to the dealerships. They would want to see the new SUV in person, take a test drive, and if they like it, they might end up putting in a booking as well.

• 26 Jan 2026, 01:25:44 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: What was the original Duster known for?

  The Duster has traditionally been known for its tough suspension setup and stability at speed, qualities buyers will be watching closely this time as well.

• 26 Jan 2026, 12:58:36 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Global roots

  

  Internationally, the new-generation Duster has already been revealed under the Dacia brand, giving a preview of what India can expect. However, we are expecting that the company will make some changes that will be specific to the Indian market.

• 26 Jan 2026, 12:38:04 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: SUVs remain the growth engine

  SUVs now account for a major share of passenger vehicle sales in India, making the Duster’s return strategically important. There is a good reason for it. The high ground clearance helps in tackling the bad roads of our country. SUVs also provide a high seating position, giving a better view of what is ahead and positioning the car better.

• 26 Jan 2026, 12:11:05 PM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: When was the Renault Duster discontinued?

  Renault discontinued the Duster back in 2022. It was on sale in India for a decade and was the first monocoque SUV.

• 26 Jan 2026, 11:48:12 AM IST

  Watch: Renault Duster's biggest rival's review

  Here's a full review of the Kia Seltos, which was recently heavily updated for the Indian market. It will be one of the biggest rivals for the upcoming Renault Duster.

• 26 Jan 2026, 11:29:43 AM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: What else does Renault sell in India?

  Renault also sells the Triber in India. The MPV was recently updated, and it is the most affordable 7-seater vehicle in the market.

• 26 Jan 2026, 11:09:54 AM IST

  New Renault Duster 2026 live launch and latest updates: Renault’s sales context in recent years

  

  Renault’s India volumes have been largely driven by the Kwid, underlining the need for a strong, higher-value SUV.