Renault Duster to Return to India Market on Republic Day 2026

Renault is planning a major comeback in India’s SUV  Market space with the next generation Renault Duster, scheduled to be unveiled on January 2026 (Republic Day). The brand has recently shared a fresh teaser on social media, offering the first official glimpse of the upcoming SUV and confirming its launch timeline.

Renault Duster New Generation Confirmed

Renault has officially confirmed that the new generation Renault Duster in India will be coming soon. The manufacturer recently released a new teaser of this SUV on social media.

What information was obtained: 

A glimpse of the SUV can be seen in the new teaser released on social media. Along with this, the manufacturer has informed that this SUV will be offered on January 26, 2026.

Renault Duster: What changes will take place? 

No information has been provided by the manufacturer on this yet. However, compared to the old generation, the new generation Renault Duster SUV will undergo several major changes. These changes will be from the SUV's exterior to its interior, making it a much better option than before.

Renault Duster Expected Design and Interior Updates

Compared to the older Duster, the new generation model is expected to receive comprehensive updates, including:

• Sharper front fascia with LED headlamps and DRLs
• A new alloy wheel design
• More rugged & upright SUV stance 
• Fully revamped cabin with materials
• Dual screen setup 
• Redesigned Ac vents 

Renault Duster Expected Features (Unofficial)

Although Renault will reveal official details at launch, the upcoming Duster is expected to offer:

• Single pane or panoramic sunroof
• 360-degree camera
• Power-adjustable front seats
• Ambient lighting
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Level 2 ADAS safety
• Multiple driving modes

Renault Duster Expected Colour Options

Renault may offer the Duster in multiple exterior shades, including:

• White
• Silver
• Grey
• Black
• Blue
• Dual-tone options (on select variants)

Renault Duster Safety Focus

In addition to Level 2 ADAS, the new generation  Renault Duster may also offer:

• Multiple airbags 
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• Hill start assist
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• ISOFIX child seat mounts

Renault Duster Engine and powertrain expectations

Renault has not disclosed engine details yet, but based on global models and market trends, the India-spec Duster could offer:

• Turbo petrol engine 
• Mild hybrid or strong hybrid option (expected)
• Transmission choices: manual and automatic
• Improve fuel efficiency over the previous generation

Expected Renault Duster Key Specifications are as given in the table 

Key Specifications

Why the New Duster Matters

The Duster nameplate enjoys strong brand recall in India. With modern styling, premium features, and advanced safety tech, the 2026 Renault Duster could play a crucial role in strengthening Renault’s position in the Indian SUV market once again.

More details on pricing, variants, and engine specifications are expected closer to the official launch.

Renault will offer the new generation Duster in the Indian market as a mid-size SUV. This SUV will compete with SUVs like Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, and Kia Seltos.

Duster Expected Pricing

While Renault has not announced pricing yet, the new generation Duster is expected to be positioned competitively in the mid size SUV segment. Price are likely to be between ₹11 lakh to ₹12 lakh (ex-showroom) range, which can go up depending on variants and features.

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