A new-generation Renault Duster will return to markets as the brand’s third edition of the Duster car. This upcoming version of the Duster will combine classic model characteristics and modern improvements to regain dominance within its competitive segment.
Renault: What to Expect?
The upcoming Duster will combine features of the Bigster concept car to deliver a new exterior design emphasising endurance through its square lines. The new Y-shaped optical unit lighting combined with a big plastic skid plate establishes itself alongside wheel arch plastic cladding as defining design features of this model.
The rear door handles are discreetly placed into the C-pillar design, adding a smooth aesthetic. The interior of the Duster directs attention to a fresh steering wheel and features a 10.1-inch central touchscreen, a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, and modern cabin elements. The upcoming Duster is expected to include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity and a reversing camera, among other features.
New Renault Duster Launch Date
The right-hand-drive Duster made its global debut in November 2024 and the manufacturer plans to release it worldwide in March 2025. The Duster was supposed to reach the Indian market during October of 2025.
New reports indicate that the new Duster will not reach the market before 2026. According to available information, Indian consumers might have to extend their wait time before encountering the new automobile model.
Expected Price
The new Duster SUV will enter the market at prices that match those of compact SUV vehicles. An initial base price estimation for the new Duster stands at ₹10 lakh when factoring in ex-showroom costs. Evidence suggests that the new Duster might launch in India at a price starting from ₹12 lakh. Price determination for the new model will depend on select variant options and adding optional features.
Additional Insights
The new Duster third-generation model uses the CMF-B platform that supports Logan, Sandero and Jogger. The Renault platform allows integration of hybrid powertrain options, including mild and full hybrids, which follow modern industry standards for sustainable transportation.
The new Duster model will receive advanced safety features, including automatic emergency braking and traffic sign recognition, lane-keeping assistance, and drowsiness monitoring. These technological developments strive to deliver superior safety during driving so that vehicles meet current safety requirements.
Conclusion
Renault plans to return its Duster SUV with an amalgamation of adventurous design, modern technology capabilities, and advanced safety systems. The car combines elements from the Bigster concept with modern technology and various powertrain choices because it targets the growing compact SUV segment. The Indian consumer base needs to wait until 2026 for the vehicle’s local release, which has been rescheduled.
