KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Renault is currently working on the next-gen of its legendary SUV Duster
- The new Duster is expected to hit Indian roads sometime in 2025
- The new Duster will be based on the Dacia Bigster concept
The Duster has been one of the most successful models for Renault in India. The SUV defined the segment with its looks & capabilities. However, it was discontinued in 2020 due to the arrival of BS6 emission norms. However, Renault has already started road-testing the camouflaged test mules of the next-gen Duster. According to some media reports, Renault might launch the new Duster in India by Diwali 2025. Moreover, as the testing of the test mules has already started, several new insights & details on the new Duster have emerged recently. In this article, we have discussed them in detail.
Next-Gen Renault Duster: New Powertrain Details Emerge
It is confirmed that the new-gen Duster will be based on Renault's CMF-B platform (RenaultNissan Common Module Family). Renault shares this platform with Nissan. However, now according to some latest reports, the new-gen Duster will have a length of more than 4.44 meters. Moreover, the next-gen Renault Duster is expected to come with a 1.6-litre hybrid powertrain, a 1.2-litre petrol engine, and also a 1.0-litre LPG powertrain.
Next-Gen Renault Duster: New Drivetrain Details Emerge
When it comes to transmission, the new Renault Duster is expected to come with a manual as well as DCT automatic (Dual Clutch Transmission) gearbox. Moreover, the 4X4 or 4WD version of the new-gen Duster is also expected to get a mechanical rear differential. On the suspension front, it is likely to come with a multi-link rear suspension.
Next-Gen Renault Duster With e-AWD Tech
According to some reports, there's also a high possibility that the next-gen Renault Duster might come equipped with an e-AWD system & an electric rear differential. That's due to the stricter Euro-7 emission norms.
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Verdict: The upcoming next-gen Renault Duster is likely to be based on the design of the Dacia Bigster concept. On the features front, it is expected to come with a fully digital instrument cluster, a large touchscreen infotainment system, and possibly the level-2 ADAS tech also.
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