Renault India launches new Duster, deliveries begin nationwide On March 17, Renault India launched the new Renault Duster with turbo-gasoline prices ranging from INR 1.05 million and going up to INR 1.85 million and began nationwide dispatches. Duster measures 4,346 mm long, 1,815 mm wide, 1,701 mm high, and its wheelbase 2,657 mm. It is based on the Renault Group Modular Platform (RGMP) and offers 212 mm ground clearance, a 50-litre fuel tank, a...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

Dacia announces name of new crossover, “Striker” On March 5, Dacia announced the name of its upcoming crossover, Striker. Like other Dacia models (Duster, Jogger, and Bigster), the name also ends with “er”. It is easy to pronounce and carries strong phonetics. The new Striker will be revealed on March 10, 2026. It draws inspiration from the 1980s, suggesting the power and precision of the strike, the gesture that knocks down bowling pins....

News  Updated at: 2026/03/05

om China. The EX5 hybrid will be produced on the same line as the Renault Kardian and Boreal. The adaptation is part of the company's current BRL 3.8 billion investment cycle announced in November 2025. The investment will also enable production of a second Geely vehicle and a new generation of the Duster, scheduled for the second half of 2026, plus a new zero-emission Renault model in 2027. Montenegro stated that the local content index for Geel...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/04

ble with a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox, in addition to the manual option. For the first time, the dual-clutch gearbox includes steering-wheel paddles.The LPG range increases by 20%, with total combined ranges up to 1,590 km (for Sandero), 1,480 km (for Stepway), and 1,450 km (for Jogger). Duster and Bigster models will receive Hybrid-G 150 4x4. For a world-first time the hybrid 4x4 system combines with hybrid technology, LPG, and all-wh...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/19

Renault launches new-generation Duster SUV in India On January 26, 2026, Renault announced the new-generation Duster SUV for the Indian market, launching in spring 2026 and assembled at the company's Chennai plant. The model is available with three powertrain options. Duster measures 4,343 mm long, 1,813 mm wide, 1,659 mm high, and its wheelbase 2,657 mm. The Full Hybrid E-Tech 160 features a 1.8-litre 4-cylinder gasoline engine with 160 hp and 1...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/27

id, and electric range with new models such as the Renault Clio, Renault Twingo E-Tech Electric, a new A-segment Dacia EV, a new C-segment Dacia with gasoline and hybrid engines, and Alpine A390. International expansion with new models includes: Renault Boreal in Latin America and Türkiye, Renault Duster in India, Renault Filante in South Korea, Gulf countries, and Colombia, plus a new Renault pick-up for Latin America and three more models by 2...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/20

OYAK launches new Renault Duster with four engine options in Turkiye On November 3, OYAK announced that the new Renault Duster, made in Turkiye, is available with four engine options. The three of these are 1.3 TCe automatic, 1.8 Full Hybrid, and 1.2 Eco-G which are produced at the OYAK Renault factory in Bursa, Turkiye. The 1.3 TCe engine now comes with a 7-speed EDC automatic gearbox, which generates output of 145 hp, starting price at TRY 1,74...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/04

Renault India to reveal Duster SUV on January 26, 2026 On October 28, 2025, Renault announced that its Duster SUV will return to the Indian market, with an official reveal scheduled for January 26, 2026. The new Duster will be assembled at Renault’s Chennai plant (RNAIPL). Originally launched in India in 2012, the Duster played a pivotal role in creating the SUV segment locally and has since sold over 200,000 units in the country. The relaunche...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/28

Q3, Renault Group EV sales grew by 122.1% compared to 2024 Q3, reaching 13.5% of sales. Renault 5 E-Tech Electric led the B-segment EV market in Europe, while the Scenic E-Tech topped the C-segment in France. In 2025 Q3, Renault Group HEV sales grew by 25.0% compared to 2024 Q3. With models such as Duster and the Bigster, Dacia is speeding up its electrification. Renault Group remains Europe’s second-largest hybrid vehicle maker. In Q4, Renaul...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/23

ne is now available on all four models, featuring a 1.2L turbo 3-cylinder (of 120 hp) flex-fuel unit. For the first time, it can be paired with a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic for efficient driving. The LPG range has increased by 20%, giving a total range of up to 1,590 km on Sandero and Logan. The Duster also adopts this engine, replacing the older Eco-G 100. Meanwhile, the 1.0L turbo gasoline engine on Sandero and Logan now produces 100 hp (up ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/07

Dacia expands powertrain lineup with Hybrid-G 150 4x4 for Duster and Bigster On September 4, Dacia introduced a new hybrid-G 150 4x4 powertrain for both the Duster and Bigster models. This combines hybrid tech, LPG bi-fuel, and all-wheel drive. It uses a 1.2-litre 48V mild-hybrid engine of 140 hp on the front axle and a 31 hp electric motor on the rear, delivering a total output of 154 hp. Torque is 230 Nm from the gasoline engine and up to 87 Nm...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

Continental supplies tires as OE for third-generation Dacia Duster SUV Continental AG (Continental) has supplied the EcoContact 6 Q, AllSeasonContact, and CrossContact RX tires as original equipment (OE) for the third generation Dacia Duster SUV. These tire lines are approved in 16-, 17- and 18-inch sizes in multiple countries. The EcoContact 6 Q is an energy-efficient summer tire, ideal for hybrid vehicles. Its advanced compound reduces wear, wh...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

strations decreased 7.8% (7.6% share), Dacia registrations decreased 9.5% (7.4% share), Volkswagen registrations decreased 8.4 % (7.0% share), BMW registrations increased 5.2% (5.1% share).The best-selling cars in July, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Jeep Avenger, Dacia Duster and Toyota Yaris.The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger car sales in July decreased 22.3% y...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

-largest brand in Europe as it is increase by over 36%, because of E-Tech full hybrids making up over 41% of Renault’s passenger car sales. The brand is also close to reaching 1 million full hybrid E-Tech vehicles sold. Whereas, Dacia accounts for 17.2%, increased by the strong performance of the Duster Hybrid. Electric models, led by the Spring, now make up 6.2% of Dacia’s sales. For H2 2025, Renault will strengthen its EV lineup with the EU...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/23

a registrations decreased 10.9% (7.6% share), Volkswagen registrations decreased 13.3% (7.3% share), Dacia registrations decreased 32.6% (6.0% share), Renault registrations decreased 28.3% (5.8% share). The best-selling cars in June, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Dacia Duster, Jeep Avenger and Renault Clio. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger car sales in June de...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

Renault announced Duster SUV launch details in Colombia On June 9, Renault Colombia announced the launch of the all-new Renault Duster hybrid E-Tech, marking the country's debut of this hybrid SUV in the Americas. Built on the CMF-B platform, the Duster hybrid E-Tech combines a 1.2-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system, delivering 129 hp and 230 Nm of torque, improving fuel efficiency by up to 11%. It comes with 6-spe...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10

Renault announces arrival of Duster E-Tech Hybrid SUV in Colombia On May 29, Renault announced the arrival of the new Duster E-Tech Hybrid SUV in Colombia. This model stands out as Renault’s first hybrid 4×4 in Latin America, combining rugged design with hybrid technology to offer both power and efficiency. The Duster E-Tech Hybrid continues the legacy of one of Colombia’s best-selling vehicles, now enhanced to meet the needs of drivers seek...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/03

rom a decade ago. It includes 14” dark alloy wheels, a 290-liter trunk, 4 airbags, hill-start assist, stability control, reverse camera, tire pressure monitoring, and an 8” infotainment screen with smartphone replication. Previously imported from Brazil, the Kwid now joins the locally assembled Duster, Sandero, Logan, and Stepway. This move follows a USD 100 million investment announced in 2023 and supports over 7,000 direct and indirect jobs...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

Renault starts production of Kwid at Envigado plant in Colombia On April 2, Renault-Sofasa officially launched local production of the Renault Kwid at its Envigado plant in Antioquia, marking a major milestone for Colombia’s automotive industry. Previously imported from Brazil, the Kwid now joins the lineup of locally assembled models alongside the Duster, Sandero, Logan, and Stepway. This project, part of a USD 100 million investment plan anno...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/11

Renault launches third-generation Duster SUV in South Africa On March 10, Renault launched the third-generation Renault Duster SUV in South Africa. The new Duster, built on CMF-8 platform, is available in three variants, including two-wheel-drive EDC models starting at ZAR 489,999, and an all-wheel-drive mild hybrid option, priced at ZAR 549,999. The vehicle is built at Renault's Pitesti plant in Romania with approximately 1,000 Duster SUVs roll...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/11