The long-wait for the highly anticipated new-gen Renault Duster is set to end tomorrow (March 17, 2026) with its official launch in Delhi. Built on the new RGMP platform, the SUV comes with significantly improved styling, a more premium and feature-packed interior and turbocharged petrol engine options. Here’re all you questions answered about the new Renault Duster 2026.

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Q. When will the Renault Duster Hybrid launch in India?

Ans. The carmaker has also confirmed that the Duster hybrid will join the lineup near around 2026 Diwali season.

Q. What is the expected price of the 2026 Renault Duster in India?

Ans. While the variant details and prices will be officially revealed tomorrow, the new Duster is expected to cost nearly Rs 10 lakh for the base variant and around Rs 20 lakh for the fully-loaded top variant (ex-showroom).

Q. When will deliveries of the 2026 Renault Duster begin?

Ans. Deliveries of the SUV are slated to commence in April, 2026.

Q. What engine options will be available in the new Renault Duster 2026?

Ans. Initially, the SUV will be available with 1.0L and 1.3L turbo petrol engine options, delivering power worth 100bhp with 160Nm and 163bhp with 280Nm, respectively.

Q. Which gearbox options will the Renault Duster offer?

Ans. The smaller capacity engine will be available on lower trim, with a 6-speed manual gearbox only, while the larger 1.3L turbo petrol engine can be had with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed DCT automatic gearbox.

Q. What engine does the Renault Duster Hybrid use?

Ans. The upcoming Duster hybrid will feature the segment’s most powerful 109bhp, 1.8L, 4-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a 49bhp electric motor, a 1.4kWh battery pack and a 20bhp hybrid starter generator. The combined power and torque outputs stand at 160bhp and 172Nm, respectively.

Q. What are the dimensions of the new Renault Duster 2026?

Ans. Dimensionally, the new Duster measures 4,343mm in length, 1,813mm in width and 1,659mm in height with a wheelbase of 2,657mm.

Q. What is the ground clearance of the Renault Duster?

Ans. The SUV offers a ground clearance of 212mm and rides on 18-inch black alloy wheels (available on select trims).

Q. What is the boot space of the Renault Duster 2026?

Ans. It has a kerb weight of 1,411kg, and offers a boot space of 518-litres.

Q. What is the roof rail load capacity of the Renault Duster?

Ans. Its functional black roof rails can carry up to 50kg of load. The Duster has a 26-9-degree approach angle and a 34.7-degree departure angle.

Q. What are the key features of the 2026 Renault Duster?

Ans. In terms of features, the new Duster see significant improvement. The SUV offers a 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wireless phone charger, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, 6-way powered and ventilated front seats, dual zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, a powered tailgate and more.

Q. What safety features are available in the new Renault Duster?

Ans. When it comes to safety, the new Duster offers bunch of advanced features such as six airbags (as standard), tyre pressure monitoring system, front and rear parking sensors, all four disc brakes, an electronic parking brake, Level 2 ADAS and more.

Q. What warranty does Renault offer on the new Duster?

Ans. Renault is offering the segment-best standard warranty of 7 years/1,50,000km.

Q. What cars will rival the new Renault Duster in India?

Ans. Once launched, the all-new Duster will take directly on the Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Tata Sierra, Maruti Grand Vitara, Maruti Victoris, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq and Honda Elevate.