The Renault Duster will be launched in its third-generation avatar in India on March 17, 2026. The India-spec Duster was revealed on January 26, 2026, marking the mid-size SUV’s comeback after it was discontinued in 2022.
- Offered with turbocharged 1.3-litre and 1-litre petrol engines upon launch
- 1.8-litre strong-hybrid engine to be launched by Diwali 2026
- Features include dual digital screens, panoramic sunroof and level 2 ADAS.
2026 Renault Duster: Powertrain options
Gets two turbo-petrol and one strong-hybrid petrol engine options
The Renault Duster is being offered with two turbo-petrol and one strong-hybrid petrol engine in India. These include a 100hp 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine from the smaller Kiger, and a segment-best 163hp 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine. While both engines are paired with a 6-speed manual transmission, the bigger turbo-petrol mill is also available with a 6-speed DCT option.
A 1.8-litre strong-hybrid petrol engine producing 109hp will also be offered. It works with a 49hp electric motor and a 20hp hybrid starter generator, powered by a 1.4kWh (280V) battery. Combined, the total system output stands at 160hp. However, unlike the turbo-petrol engines, the strong hybrid option will be available from Diwali 2026.
2026 Renault Duster: Exterior design
India-spec model gets unique LED headlights and tail lights
The India-spec 2026 Duster keeps the global model’s silhouette but adds local tweaks. Up front, it gets eyebrow-style LED DRLs (doubling as turn indicators), a bold grille with ‘Duster’ lettering without the Renault logo, a silver bumper surround, and pixel-shaped fog lamps.
In profile, it features black body cladding, C-pillar rear door handles, 50kg roof rails, up to 18-inch alloys, and 212mm ground clearance. At the rear, a connected LED light bar, roof spoiler, and silver-accented bumper complete the look. Approach and departure angles stand at 26.9-degree and 34.7-degree, respectively.
2026 Renault Duster: Interior design and features
Gets dual-digital screens and a feature-loaded cabin
Compared to the global-spec model, the India-spec 2026 Duster features a completely redesigned dashboard with a dual-screen setup, soft-touch materials, silver accents, and green contrast stitching, while retaining physical buttons for key functions. It also gets a sliding front armrest and rear armrest with cupholders.
Features include a 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, panoramic sunroof, wireless charger, dual-zone climate control, powered tailgate, and 6-way powered, ventilated front seats. Its safety kit comprises six airbags (standard), a 360-degree camera, front and rear parking sensors, TPMS, electronic parking brake, four-wheel disc brakes, and Level 2 ADAS.
The Renault Duster is expected to be priced in the Rs 10 lakh to Rs 20 lakh range and will rival mid-size SUVs like the Hyundai Creta, Tata Sierra, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq and Honda Elevate.
