KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Renault cars now have extended standard warranty
- Increased from two to three years with a range cap
- Renault Duster likely to be introduced in 2025
Renault India has been a household name with popular offerings like the Renault Duster, and their affordable hatch, the Renault Kwid. While the brand is known for its easy-to-maintain vehicles, it has stepped up the game and extended the standard warranty across their line-up from 2 years to 3 years. Read on to find out more details on this development, but before that, make sure you are a part of our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel, specifically curated for all the avid petrolheads to never miss out on any automotive updates.
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Renault Cars Now With Extended Warranty Of 3 Years
The standard warranty of Renault cars now covers vehicles for 3 years or 100,000 km, up from the previous 2-year coverage. But that's not all Renault has also expanded its optional warranty coverage, extending it from 5 years to now up to 7 years. This move places Renault among the leaders in its segment for comprehensive warranty protection, which will give customers additional peace of mind. This would help customers avoid any untimely repairs, cutting down the maintenance cost of Renault cars over an extended time period.
Currently, Renault India has a portfolio consisting of 3 models, the Renault Kwid hatch, the Kiger compact SUV, and the Triber MPV. Not just this, the brand is all set to reintroduce the iconic, Renault Duster, after a long pause. This time around, as per the reports, it will be available in a 5-seater and 7-seater version, something along the lines of the XUV700. While the 5-seater option will be introduced by mid-2025, the 7-seater variant is expected sometime in 2026.
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Renault Duster Engine Details
Globally, the Duster offers three distinct powertrain choices: a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine, a 1.2-litre mild-hybrid system, and a 1.6-litre strong hybrid option. While speculation suggests the possibility of a 1.3-litre turbo petrol engine, borrowed from the Nissan Kicks, being offered in India, the definitive powertrain lineup for the Indian market remains to be seen.
Verdict
The move to extend the warrantly will create a deeper trust within the buyers who are on a lookout for their next rides. While it will bring the maintenance costs down over a longer period, it also signifies the trust that brand has in the quality of its products. However, the big push will be with the launch of Duster, which will give a tough time to Hyundai Creta, its arch rival.
