The upcoming New Renault Duster 2025 will most likely launch in India during the festive period. It has bold styling, hybrid powertrain options, advanced safety and 4WD, and can compete with Hyundai Creta and the Kia Seltos.
Renault Duster 2025-The Legend Icon
It has been a long time coming but the New Renault Duster 2025 is making a splash in the Indian SUV segment. The Duster was the first vehicle in India that defined a completely new market of mid-size SUVs with rugged design and reliable diesel engine and all-terrain capability. But the Duster did not remain on the market as soon as the feature-rich SUVs such as Creta and Seltos appeared in the market.
Renault is returning the Duster, now in futuristic design, with high technology, hybrid engines, and even 4×4, perhaps one of the most anticipated products of 2025.
Renault Duster 2025 – The Icon Returns
A new Renault Duster 2025 is entering the world of the Indian SUV fierce market, after years of anticipation, it has finally made a grand comeback. The original Duster pioneered the introduction of a mid-size rugged SUV in India with its powerful, reliable, rugged and go-anywhere capability. Nonetheless, with the entry of modern SUVs with loads of features, such as the Duster, and the likes of Creta and Seltos, customers were switched off.
Exterior – Inspired by the Bigster SUV
The New Renault Duster 2025 takes design cues from Renault’s global SUV, the Bigster.
- Sleek LED headlamps with Renault’s new logo.
- Wide wheel arches and muscular body lines for a rugged stance.
- Roof rails and strong SUV proportions for off-road appeal.
- Connected LED tail lamps and a wide boot with a sporty spoiler.
The design is modern yet stays true to the Duster’s legacy of strength.
Interior – A Modern and Premium Cabin
One of the biggest transformations comes inside the cabin of the new Duster.
- 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay.
- Fully digital instrument cluster.
- Ventilated seats, wireless charger & automatic climate control.
- Premium upholstery with spacious legroom and a large boot.
- Expected to feature a panoramic sunroof in higher trims.Safety – Advanced Driver Assistance (ADAS)
The New Renault Duster 2025 is expected to offer top-notch safety features, including:
- 6 airbags, ABS & EBD.
- ADAS features such as Lane Keep Assist, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Traffic Sign Recognition.
Engines – Petrol and Hybrid Options
Renault is saying goodbye to diesel, but the new petrol and hybrid engines will more than make up for it.
- 1.2L Turbo Petrol Strong Hybrid – Expected mileage of up to 25 kmpl, making it one of the most fuel-efficient SUVs in its class.
- 1.3L Turbo Petrol Engine – Powerful performance for highway cruising and hill drives, available with automatic gearbox.
The biggest highlight? The return of 4×4 capability in the top variant – a feature missing in most rivals like Creta and Seltos.
Price and Launch Timeline
- Expected Starting Price: ₹11 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Top Variant Price: ₹18-20 lakh (ex-showroom)
- India Launch: Around the festive season of 2025
Rivals in the Segment
Once launched, the New Renault Duster 2025 will directly compete with:
- Hyundai Creta
- Kia Seltos
- Maruti Grand Vitara
- Toyota Hyryder
- Skoda Kushaq
- Volkswagen Taigun
Additionally, Renault is also working on a 7-seater Bigster SUV, which will take on Mahindra XUV700, Tata Safari, and Hyundai Alcazar.
