Renault South Africa launches new-generation Duster SUV with turbo gasoline engines On August 13, Renault South Africa unveiled the new-generation Renault Duster, built on Renault Group's new modular platform. The Duster offers two turbo gasoline engines. The entry-level 1.0-litre engine which generates output of 74 kW and comes with a 6-speed manual, while the 1.3-litre engine delivers output of 116 kW and up to 260 Nm of torque, with 6-speed ma...

News  Updated at: 2026/08/14

ied vehicles accounted for 52.0% of its total sales in H1 2026, up 8.2 percentage points compared to H1 2025, including an 18.8% battery electric vehicles (BEV) mix. Strong sales were supported by models such as the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric, Renault 4 E-Tech Electric, Scenic E-Tech Electric, Dacia Duster and Bigster hybrids, and Alpine A290. In H1 2026, Renault brand continued to strengthen its position in Europe, ranking second in the market, w...

News  Updated at: 2026/07/24

d intelligent in-car voice experience. Gemini will gradually replace Google Assistant as an opt-in update on Renault models equipped with OpenR link and Google built-in. It is available across Renault’s European range i.e., from Twingo to Rafale, as well as international models such as Boreal and Duster in India. The rollout began on June 15, 2026. The users who signed in with a Google Account can enable Gemini from the central display. The upd...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/29

Renault India begins Duster SUV exports to South Africa On June 22, Renault India commenced exports of the all-new Duster, with a first shipment of 750 vehicles departing from Chennai to South Africa. Additional international markets are planned in the coming months.  Renault India manufactures at its Oragadam, Chennai facility with a capacity of 480,000 units per annum. The company has set a target of generating EUR 2 billion in annual exports ...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/23

Valeo launches 48V 2-Speed eAxle for Dacia’s new Hybrid-G 150 4×4 powertrain Valeo Group (Valeo) has commercially launched its 48V 2-Speed eAxle with Smart Dog-Clutch, which will be used in Dacia’s new Hybrid-G 150 4×4 powertrain for the Duster, Bigster, and the upcoming Striker. The 48V 2-Speed disconnectable eAxle combines bi-fuel (Petrol/LPG) technology with an affordable electrified 4WD drivetrain. The 41 kg unit delivers a peak output ...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/18

l project to assemble electrified vehicles at its Renault-Sofasa plant in Colombia, potentially introducing hybrid or electric technology to local production. The initiative would be developed at the Envigado facility, where the company currently produces models such as Logan, Sandero, Stepway, and Duster, and recently added the Kwid from April 2025 following a USD 100 million investment between 2023 and 2025. The potential project is part of Ren...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/26

increased 20.9% YoY, representing 17.0% of total sales, driven by models such as Renault 5 E-Tech Electric, Renault 4 E-Tech Electric, Scenic E-Tech, Dacia Spring, and Alpine A290. In Q1 2026, HEV sales accounted for 35.3% of total sales, up 5.1 points YoY, supported mainly by Dacia models such as Duster and Bigster. The Group continued to benefit from strong electrification momentum in Europe. In 2026, Renault Group plans to expand its product ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

Renault Duster scores 5 Stars in Bharat NCAP in India On April 20, BNCAP announced that the Renault Duster SUV has received a 5-star rating under Bharat NCAP (AIS-197), tested in March 2026 and published on April 20, 2026. The India-manufactured SUV scored 30.49 out of 32 in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 45.00 out of 49 in Child Occupant Protection (COP). In the adult protection tests, the Duster scored 14.49 out of 16 in the frontal offset...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/21

capabilities. Renault aims to make India one of its top three global markets by 2030. Renault Group plans to expand its lineup to seven multi-energy vehicles by 2030, all designed for Indian customers, using a next-generation digital and electronic architecture. The upcoming models include Renault Duster (revealed in January 2026) and Bridger Concept, a new B segment compact SUV with multiple powertrain options, including electric. The seven veh...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/16

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