The Dacia Bigster, which is expected to come to India as a Renault in 2027, was showcased at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. The three-row SUV is expected to be positioned as a larger alternative to the Renault Duster, with turbo-petrol and strong-hybrid powertrain options. The hybrid system is set to debut in India in the Duster on October 17, 2026.
Dacia Bigster: Powertrain
The India-bound Bigster is expected to get 1.3-litre turbo-petrol and 1.8-litre strong-hybrid powertrain options. The latter will make its India debut in the Renault Duster later this week.
In the Duster hybrid, the 1.8-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine works with two electric motors and a 1.4kWh battery to produce a combined 160hp and 172Nm. The system uses a multi-mode automatic gearbox with fixed gear ratios. Since this is a strong-hybrid setup, the battery does not require charging via an external source, and it charges while the vehicle is being driven. Renault claims the Duster hybrid can cover up to 80 percent of city driving in electric mode.
The Bigster is expected to use the same hybrid setup, though its power and torque figures could differ due to its larger size.
Dacia Bigster: Exterior
The Bigster is 230mm longer overall than the India-spec Duster, with a 45mm longer wheelbase and much of the added length at the rear overhang. The European Dacia Bigster features a chunky front skid plate, rugged-looking front and rear bumpers, and LED daytime running lights.
Like the India-spec Duster, the India-bound Bigster is expected to get revised styling compared to its Dacia counterpart, including changes to the grille and bumpers. The India-spec Duster gets connected tail-lamps, unlike the European Dacia Duster, which has separate units.
Dacia Bigster: Interior and layout
The India-bound Bigster is expected to be a seven-seater with three rows. Its cabin layout is expected to be similar to that of the new Renault Duster, with additional features likely for the larger SUV. The Duster gets a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, dual-zone climate control and a wireless phone charger.
Dacia Bigster: India launch and rivals
The Renault-badged Bigster is expected to arrive in India in 2027. It will sit above the Duster in Renault's SUV line-up and is expected to compete with three-row SUVs such as the Hyundai Alcazar, Mahindra XUV 7XO and MG Hector Tomahawk range.
A Nissan version of the three-row SUV has also been spotted testing in India.
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