Dacia Bigster (7-seater Duster) SUV spied for the 1st time

The Renault Bigster in India, will take on the likes of the Hyundai Alcazar, Kia Carens & Mahindra XUV700; among others.

Renault-owned brand, Dacia, recently unveiled the all-new Duster SUV globally. However, the carmaker is also said to be working on a 7-seater version of the SUV, expected to be called the 'Bigster'.

The Bigster will be based on the Duster, sharing a lot of components including the same CMF-B platform. The 7-seater SUV is expected to be globally unveiled by Dacia sometime later this year, while its Renault version will arrive at a slightly later stage.

According to reports, the new Dacia Bigster will measure 4.6 metres in length - 300 mm longer than the Duster. It will also have a slightly longer wheelbase, allowing for a slightly more spacious cabin. In terms of design, the Bigster will carry forward many styling elements from the Duster. The interiors are expected to make use of slightly more upmarket materials to justify the higher price tag.

The Dacia Bigster will also carry forward the same powertrain options as the Duster. This includes a 1.6-litre petrol-hybrid, a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol with a 48V starter motor and a 1.0-litre petrol-LPG, depending on the market. Similar to the Duster, the Bigster will also get a 4x4 and 4x2 option, along with multiple drive modes.

The Renault version of the Bigster is expected to make its way into the Indian market as well. However, the 7-seater SUV will arrive only after the new Duster; which itself is scheduled to go on sale in India in 2025.

While the Duster takes on the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos; the Bigster will go up against the likes of the Hyundai Alcazar, Mahindra XUV700 and the Kia Carens.

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