The Renault Duster Thread

Daughter has a 4X4 Duster which has now done 130 000km
They fitted tyres to cater for bad roads in the Cedarberg and parts of Namibia
So far, nothing has gone wrong
It has a diesel engine and gets 5.5 litres/100 km
 
They really nerfed the Duster. It's quite sad, as it was an excellent car.
 

2026 Renault Duster scores 5-stars in Bharat NCAP crash tests - Team-BHP​

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The all-new Renault Duster has been awarded a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating. The SUV scored 30.49/32 points for adult occupant protection and 45/49 points for child occupant protection.

In the frontal offset deformable barrier test, the Duster offered good protection to the head, neck, and lower body of the driver, while chest protection and legs showed adequate protection. Overall protection for the front passenger was rated as good.

The Duster offered good protection to the occupants in the side movable deformable barrier and side pole impact tests.

Dynamic tests were conducted with the use of child restraint systems. The Duster received a dynamic score of 24/24 and a CRS installation score of 12/12. The vehicle assessment score was 9/13.

The test vehicle was equipped with dual front airbags, side head curtain, side chest airbags, seatbelt pretensioner, load-limiter, seatbelt reminder, ESC, and ISOFIX.
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First shipment of (India-built) updated Renault Duster heading to SA

Thanks to the folks at AutoCar India, we can confirm that the updated (India-built) Renault Duster is officially on its way to SA, with the first shipment of 750 units set to arrive on our shores soon.

Earlier in 2026, Renault revealed the updated, India-built Duster. Confirmed for SA, thanks to the folks at AutoCar India, we can now report that the first shipment, comprising 750 units, of this model has left the automaker’s Chennai production facility and will arrive on local shores soon. Chennai is also where the SA-bound Nissan Tekton, which shares its underpinnings with the Duster, will be built. Said CEO of Renault Group India Stephane Deblaise, “As Renault continues to expand its international footprint, India will play an increasingly strategic role in our future plans.”

The updated Duster is the first product built on the Renault Group Modular Platform (RGMP) and has secured a five-star Bharat NCAP safety rating across all variants. The refreshed model is available with the choice of three powertrains: Turbo TCe 100, Turbo TCe 160 and E-Tech 160. The latter hybrid unit pairs a 1.8-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine with two electric motors, fed by a 1.4 kWh battery, for a combined power and torwue output of 118 kW and 172 N.m.

Turbo TCe 100 and Turbo TCe 160 are petrol-only. The former, 1.0-litre three-pot produces 74 kW and 160 N.m of torque, while the TCe 160 1.3-litre four-cylinder is endowed with a healthier 118 kW and 280 N.m. The Turbo TCe 100 is exclusively available with a six-speed manual gearbox, while the TCe 160 unit can be had with a six-speed dual-clutch transmission.

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First shipment of (India-built) updated Renault Duster heading to SA

The updated (India-built) Renault Duster is officially on its way to SA, with the first shipment set to arrive on our shores soon...
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So a couple of things:

1. Renault Centurion are asshats that will pry the gold from granny's teeth. (Nice, Chrome's built-in spellchecker includes ******!)
2. Apparently, the Nissan NP200 clutch kit can be fitted to a Duster, and costs significantly less, especially if you bypass Point 1.
3. The NP200 has a solid flywheel instead of dual mass flywheel, which should still work and be more durable.

I suspect our 2014 Duster also requires all of the above... :-(
 

Renault Duster Adventure Edition launched at Rs 12.99 lakh - Team-BHP​

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Renault has announced the launch of the Duster Adventure Edition. The SUV is available with both 1.0L and 1.3L turbo-petrol engines, with prices starting at Rs 12.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Duster Adventure Edition comes with LED headlamps, 17-inch alloy wheels, Adventure decals with the geographical coordinates of Leh (34.27 N, 77.60 E) – a tribute to the terrains where the Duster was tested, and Adventure embellishers and floor mats.

The special edition offers features like an electric panoramic sunroof, a powered tailgate, dual-zone automatic climate control, a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and connected car services with My Renault app.

The Duster Adventure Edition is available with a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 99 BHP and 160 Nm and comes paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox.

The SUV is also offered with the 1.3-litre turbo-petrol unit that puts out 161 BHP and 280 Nm. It is paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic.

Renault Duster Adventure Edition ex-showroom prices:​

  • 1.0L MT - Rs 12.99 lakh
  • 1.3L MT - Rs 13.99 lakh
  • 1.3L DCT - Rs 15.39 lakh
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Renault Duster Techno Manual Vs Kiger Emotion CVT | Which French (but 'Made in India') SUV Makes More Sense? | Comparo​

When looking to buy a car, there's always a question of buying a smaller car in the range-topping version or spending a little more and getting a bigger car but in a lower-spec trim. In the case of Renault India, there are two offerings - you can buy the new Duster for a little more than what you spend for the top-spec Kiger.

Which one makes more sense, Bilal Firfiray answers in this video.
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New (India-built) Renault Duster SA launch date confirmed

Renault has confirmed the official launch date for the new (Indian-built) Duster. Here’s what we know so far…

In June 2026, we reported that the first shipment of Indian-built Renault Duster units is on its way to our shores. Well, Renault South Africa has now announced when this model will officially arrive in our market.

While the local powertrain lineup remains unconfirmed, in overseas markets, this Duster is available with the choice of three powertrain options. Available with either a six-speed manual or dual-clutch transmission with the same number of cogs, the Turbo TCe 160 1.3-litre, four-cylinder turbopetrol unit produces 120 kW and 280 N.m of torque. The Turbo TCe 100 1.0-litre turbo-triple motor is exclusively coupled with a six-speed manual and produces 74 kW and 160 N.m. The E-Tech 160 hybrid powertrain comprises a 1.8-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine coupled with electric motors – the latter fed by a 1.4 kWh battery – developing a combined system output of 118 kW and 205 N.m.

While the local model lineup has yet to be announced, this model is available in six flavours overseas: Authentic, Evolution, Adventure, Techno+, Iconic, and Iconic launch edition. As a reminder, the current, Romanian-built Duster is available in Zen, Intens and Zen 4WD guise, priced from R489 999 to R549 999.

Renault Duster SA launch date

Renault has confirmed the new Duster will launch in our market on 13 August 2026. Local pricing, specifications, and powertrain lineup are expected to be announced when it arrives here.

www.carmag.co.za

New (India-built) Renault Duster SA launch date confirmed

Renault has confirmed the official launch date for the new (Indian-built) Duster. Here’s what we know so far…
www.carmag.co.za www.carmag.co.za
 
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