Renault Duster

Base variant in pictures

Third-gen Duster revealed globally last year under the Dacia brand

New entry-level ‘Essential’ variant launched in Europe last week

Misses out on chrome treatment; front and rear skid plates, ORVMs, door handles left unpainted to save costs

No chrome on the inside either, also makes do without an infotainment system

Gets 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine with 100hp only. Higher variants get 1.2-litre turbo-petrol (130hp) or 1.6-litre strong-hybrid (140hp)

India launch expected by late 2025

Will go up against rivals like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Skoda Kushaq, among others.

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