The new Duster is an important model for Renault India, which has until now depended largely on the Kwid, Kiger and Triber. Now in its third generation, the Duster arrives with a thorough overhaul: new design, a longer features list and upgraded safety kit. But how well equipped is each variant and which one can you consider for your garage? Here's a closer look.
2026 Renault Duster price and powertrains
New Renault Duster price list (Rs, lakh) | |||
1L turbo-petrol MT | 1.3L turbo-petrol MT | 1.3L turbo-petrol DCT | |
Standard | R Pass* | Standard | R Pass | Standard | R Pass | |
Authentic | 10.49 | 10.29 | - | - |
Evolution | 11.69 | 11.39 | 12.99 | 12.69 | 14.49 | 13.99 |
Techno | 13.49 | 13.19 | 14.49 | 14.19 | 15.89 | 15.49 |
Techno+ | - | 15.29 | 14.99 | 16.69 | 16.29 |
Iconic | - | 16.99 | 16.59 | 18.49 | 18.09 |
| Iconic Launch Edition | - | 16.79 | 18.29 |
*Gives buyers access to introductory prices (valid till March 31, 2026), priority delivery and merchandise. They may also get a chance to see the vehicle being built at the carmaker's Chennai plant.
The new Renault Duster is currently on offer with two turbo-petrol engine options. The 1-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol motor makes 100hp and 160Nm and comes with a 6-speed manual gearbox only. Its larger 1.3-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine produces 163hp and 280Nm, and can be had with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. A diesel option, however, is not on offer.
Strong hybrid powertrain coming by Diwali
Renault will also introduce a 1.8-litre strong-hybrid powertrain by Diwali 2026. The Duster hybrid combines a naturally aspirated 1.8 litre four-cylinder petrol engine with two electric motors: a 20hp unit acting as a starter generator and a 49hp motor powering the front wheels. Combined, this system produces 160hp and 172Nm, and it's supported by a 1.4kWh battery pack.
2026 Renault Duster colour options
New Renault Duster variant-wise colours | ||||||
| Authentic | Evolution | Techno | Techno+ | Iconic | Iconic Launch Edition | |
| Pearl White | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | - |
| Pearl White DT | - | - | Yes | Yes | Yes | - |
| Moonlight Silver | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | - |
| Stealth Black | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | - |
| River Blue | - | - | Yes | Yes | Yes | - |
| River Blue DT | - | - | Yes | Yes | Yes | - |
| Sunset Red | - | - | Yes | Yes | Yes | - |
| Sunset Red DT | - | - | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Mountain Jade Green | - | - | Yes | Yes | Yes | - |
| Mountain Jade Green DT | - | - | Yes | Yes | - | Yes |
2026 Renault Duster variant-wise features
Authentic
Powertrain: 100hp 1L 6MT.
- 6 airbags
- ABS
- Electronic brake-force distribution with brake assist
- Electronic stability program
- Traction control system
- Cornering stability control
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
- 3-point seatbelts (all seats)
- ISOFIX anchors
- Central lock
- Power window with auto up/down (all)
- Hill start assist
- Automatic LED headlamps and LED DRLs
- LED tail-lights
- Turn indicators on ORVMs
- 17-inch steel wheels with cover
- Rear spoiler
- 7-inch TFT driver's display
- Manual AC
- Rear AC vents
- Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
- Keyless entry
- 12V socket on front console
- Black seat upholstery with grey stitches
- Central console with sliding armrest
- 60/40 foldable rear seats
Evolution
In addition to Authentic
Powertrains: 100hp 1L 6MT, 163hp 1.3L 6MT/ 6DCT.
- Electronic parking brake with auto-hold (DCT only)
- Cruise control
- Rear-view camera
- LED rear fog lamps
- LED horizontal rear light bar
- Black roof rails (50kg load carrying capacity)
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Shark-fin antenna
- 10.1-inch touchscreen
- 6 speaker Arkamys sound system
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Electrically adjustable ORVMs
- Steering wheel-mounted audio and phone controls
- Turn-by-turn navigation in driver display
- Rear wiper and washer
- Rear defogger
- Paddle shifters (DCT only)
- 2 front type-C USB sockets
- 2 rear type-C USB sockets
Techno
In addition to Evolution
Powertrains: 100hp 1L 6MT, 163hp 1.3L 6MT/ 6DCT.
- LED front fog lamps
- LED puddle lamps
- Auto-fold ORVMs
- Powered tailgate
- Fabric seat upholstery
- Centre console with cooled storage (DCT only)
- Sun visor with vanity mirror and illumination (driver and passenger)
- Panoramic sunroof
- Dual-zone AC
- Push-button start
- Wireless smartphone charger
- Auto-dimming IRVM
Techno+
In addition to Techno
Powertrains: 163hp 1.3L 6MT/ 6DCT.
- Blind spot warning
- Front and side parking assist
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- 10.25-inch TFT driver's display
- Acoustic windshield
Iconic
In addition to Techno+
Powertrains: 163hp 1.3L 6MT/ 6DCT.
- Level 2 ADAS
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go function (DCT only)
- 360-degree camera
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Leatherette seat upholstery with contrasting accents
- 10.1-inch touchscreen with Google
- Surround sound
- Front ventilated seats
- Maps in driver's display
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- PM2.5 air filter
- Drive modes: Comfort, Eco, Perso
- Steering modes
- Ambient lights
Iconic Launch Edition
In addition to Iconic
Powertrains: 163hp 1.3L 6MT/ 6DCT.
- Yellow decals on doors, roof rails
- Yellow accents on Duster emblem (front and rear)
- 18-inch black alloy wheels
Which 2026 Renault Duster variant should you buy?
Given Renault's aggressive pricing for the new Duster, the fully loaded Iconic variant – priced between Rs 16.99 lakh and Rs 18.49 lakh – is our pick. It’s one of the few midsize SUVs that offers a manual gearbox with a turbo-petrol engine in the top spec, which will appeal to enthusiasts. Compared to chief rivals such as the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Tata Sierra, which offer a turbo-petrol engine paired to an automatic gearbox in their respective top trims, the Duster automatic undercuts them by up to Rs 2.5 lakh (that's before accounting for R Pass prices). Additionally, its 163hp motor is the most powerful in the segment.
All prices are ex-showroom, India.