Both brands will also offer 7-seater versions of their respective midsize SUVs.

The Renault Duster is all set to make its comeback in the Indian market. The next generation iteration of the Duster will go on sale in 2025. It will be followed by Nissan’s version of the midsize SUV. 

While Nissan hasn’t revealed much about its version of the Duster, the latest reports have revealed new information about the model’s positioning. It is said that Nissan’s yet-unnamed midsize SUV will be more upmarket and will be positioned above the Renault Duster. It is likely to get more advanced features and could be offered in fewer variants.

Both SUVs will be based on a heavily localized CMF-B platform. The Duster is expected to get three engine options – a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol, a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol and a 1.3-litre turbo petrol. Reports suggest that Nissan might offer turbo-petrols only.

Both brands will also offer 7-seater versions of their respective midsize SUVs. These are expected to be launched in India by 2026. Nissan might adopt a similar strategy when it comes to its market positioning.

Source: Autocar India

Both are completely different vehicles. A monocoque, turbo diesel AWD vs a body on frame RWD petrol 4x4.

BHPian Samba recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

The Duster was sold in Dec 2023.

My views on Jimny vs Duster AWD -

Both are completely different vehicles.

A monocoque, turbo diesel AWD vs a body on frame RWD petrol 4x4.

If I still compare both these cars-

The Duster scores in -

Comfort, space, fun to drive, handling, diesel (low running cost), the AWD when kept in auto mode used to do 99.9% of its job.

What went against the Duster -

Reliability, availability of spares off the shelve, and maintenance cost were on the higher side.

Due to the lack of availability of the spares off the shelve, I was a bit skeptical about taking the Duster for long drives to remote places. If anything goes wrong, I would be stranded till the spares arrive, plus Renault service centers are also not available in most of the remote locations.

For my last few long drives with the Duster, I myself carried a few spare parts which fails commonly in a Duster. I kept the toolkit ready too, in case of a failure.

Where Jimny scores -

Peace of mind, old school petrol engine which can be fixed anywhere if anything goes wrong. Plus Maruti service centers are available everywhere. More capable on the off-road drives. Plus I can take it to NCR anytime without the fear of BS4 diesel bans. The Jimny's small dimension is a boon for the congested city drives and parking too.

Where I miss the Duster AWD -

Jimny lacks the outright highway performance of the Duster, the Duster was a much faster car than the Jimny, be it on the highways or on the hills. The space and comfort of the Duster is still unmatched.

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Renault-Nissan is also evaluating the possibility of launching a 4x4 variant at a later stage.

Last month, Renault and Nissan announced their plans to launch four new SUVs in India. These include two models based on the localized version of the CMF-B platform. We have just received new information on Renault and Nissan’s upcoming SUVs.

According to sources, Renault-Nissan aims to make these crossovers look, feel and drive like vehicles from a segment above. It is said to be the most ambitious project the brands have ever undertaken in India, with the senior management personally overseeing the development.

Unlike the Kiger and Magnite, which share the same platform, but have totally different designs, most of the sheet metal will be shared among the new CMF-B SUVs to optimize economies of scale. However, soft parts like the bumpers, grille, etc. will be different to give them a distinct visual identity. Each car will boast unique interiors while incorporating shared components.

Renault-Nissan’s new CMF-B SUVs are likely to get two turbo-petrol engine options, with as many as four gearbox options at launch. The carmakers are also evaluating the possibility of launching a 4x4 variant at a later stage.

Renault and Nissan haven’t revealed the exact launch timeline for the upcoming models. 7-seater derivates of the SUVs could also be on the cards.

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The Renault Duster is expected to be launched in India by late 2025.

Renault and Nissan have confirmed four new SUVs for the Indian market. The carmaker plans to introduce two midsize SUVs, which include the new Renault Duster and its Nissan version. Both models will also spawn their respective 7-seater derivatives.

Renault-Nissan has released a teaser showing the upcoming SUVs in their concept form. Both models will be based on the localized version of the CMF-B platform. 

The Renault version looks quite similar to the European-spec Duster. The aggressive-looking front end features a rectangular grille flanked by slim headlamps with integrated LED DRLs. The Nissan version adopts a completely different design with L-shaped LED DRLs connected by an LED light bar and a chrome strip running across the front end.

Renault and Nissan haven’t revealed the exact launch timeline for the upcoming models. However, we can expect the Renault Duster to arrive by late 2025, followed by Nissan’s 5-seater SUV and subsequently the 7-seater iterations.

The third-generation Renault Duster is expected to be launched in India in 2025.

Renault's sister brand Dacia, revealed the new-gen Duster in November last year. Now, the first images of Renault's version of the popular SUV have leaked online.

The Renault Duster looks similar to its Dacia version. A new 'Renault' badge replaces the usual diamond-shaped logo at the front. It is flanked by rectangular LED headlamps with Y-shaped LED DRLs.

At the rear, the Dacia badge makes way for the Renault logo, but apart from that, both cars look identical. It has V-shaped tail lights, chunky wheel arches and body cladding all around. 

Globally, the Duster is available with three engine options. These include a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder turbo-petrol paired with a mild-hybrid system, a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder turbo bi-fuel engine and a 1.6-litre petrol hybrid that comes with two electric motors and a 1.2 kWh battery pack. It is offered in front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations.

The third-generation Renault Duster is expected to be launched in India in 2025. It will come in 5-seat and 7-seat configurations.

Source: El Carro Colombiano

Nissan is gearing up to enter the heavily contested mid-size SUV segment with its version of the all-new Renault Duster.

Nissan has revealed its future product plan for the Indian market. The carmaker plans to launch five new models, including two SUVs, one MPV and an entry-level EV.

Nissan is gearing up to enter the heavily contested mid-size SUV space with two models based on the all-new Renault Duster. The 5-seater version will take on the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. A 3-row version is also said to be in the works and it will compete with 7-seater SUVs like the Alcazar, MG Hector Plus and Tata Safari.

The MPV in question is said to be a rebadged version of the Renault Triber. It will be positioned below the Magnite and will offer a cheaper alternative to the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and Kia Carens.

Nissan is also working on an entry-level EV based on the CMF-AEV platform. It could compete with the Tata Tiago.ev. Renault’s version of the small EV is also said to be on the cards.

The fifth product that Nissan has lined up for the Indian market is the refreshed Magnite. The Magnite facelift is expected to get a few cosmetic changes and new features. It is expected to be launched sometime next year.

Source: Autocar India

In addition to a conventional 5-seat layout, the Duster will get a 7-seat configuration with three rows of seats.

Earlier this week, Renault’s sister brand Dacia, unveiled the third-generation Duster SUV. It is expected to be launched in India in 2025 and will be offered in 5-seat and 7-seat configurations.

The third-generation Duster is based on the CMF-B platform. At 4.34 meters long, it is slightly longer than the outgoing model. The 7-seat version will come with three rows of seats, but its exact dimensions are unknown.

The new Duster borrows design cues from the Bigster concept. It features Y-shaped LED daytime running lights and Y-shaped taillights, chunky fenders with squared-off wheel arches and rugged cladding all around. Inside, the SUV gets an all-new dashboard with a 10.1-inch touchscreen that’s angled towards the driver, a 3-spoke steering wheel and a 7-inch digital instrument cluster.

The new Duster also comes with an ADAS suite, which includes safety features like automatic emergency braking, traffic sign recognition with speeding alert, rear parking assistant, lane change warning and assist, and pedestrian detection, along with vehicle, cyclist and motorcycle detection.

The Duster is available with three engine options. These include a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder turbo-petrol paired with a mild-hybrid system, a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder turbo bi-fuel engine and a 1.6-litre petrol hybrid that comes with two electric motors and a 1.2 kWh battery pack. It is offered in front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations.

In the global markets, the new Duster will be available with three engine options - a 1.2L mild-hybrid, 1.0L bi-fuel and a 1.6L hybrid.

The all-new Renault Duster made its global debut earlier this week. The SUV is expected to be launched in the Indian market in 2025.

You may have already seen images of the Duster over the internet. Now, here’s a handy video that shows some of the exterior details of the new model. It also gives an overview of the interior and the features available.

The new Duster is based on the CMF-B platform. You will find several design elements borrowed from the Bigster concept. These include the Y-shaped LED daytime running lights and Y-shaped taillights, chunky fenders with squared-off wheel arches and rugged cladding all around.

The Y-shaped theme has been carried over inside the cabin. The Duster gets an all-new dashboard with a 10.1-inch touchscreen that’s angled towards the driver. There’s a 3-spoke steering wheel and a 7-inch digital instrument cluster. Overall, the interior looks modern and durable.

In the global markets, the new Duster will be available with three engine options – a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder turbo-petrol that runs on the Miller cycle and is paired with a mild-hybrid system, a bi-fuel version powered by a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder turbo that can run on either petrol or LPG and lastly, there’s the 1.6-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine paired with two electric motors and a 1.2 kWh battery pack.

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In India, the new Duster will compete with midsize SUVs like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, VW Taigun and Maruti Grand Vitara.

The next-gen Renault Duster is all set to be unveiled on November 29. Screenshots of the official trailer have now leaked online, revealing the SUV in more detail.

The next-gen Duster will be based on the CMF-B platform. The new model borrows design cues from the Bigster concept. It gets a horizontal grille with Y-shaped LEDs on either side, squared-off wheel arches with cladding and Y-shaped tail lamp clusters. While the SUV looks similar to the Bigster, it appears to have a smaller footprint than the concept.

The new Duster is expected to get a contemporary dashboard replete with all the latest tech and features. One of the leaked images reveals the car’s digital instrument cluster. 

Under the bonnet, the new Duster could get a range of petrol engines. These include a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit producing 118 BHP, a 1.2-litre petrol hybrid with 138 BHP and a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol flex-fuel engine with a peak output of 168 BHP.

The next-gen Duster is expected to be launched in India by 2025.

Source: Dacializate

The next-gen Duster is expected to be launched in India by 2025.

Patent images of the next-gen Renault Duster have leaked online. The SUV will be officially unveiled on November 29, 2023.

As expected, the design of the new Duster is heavily inspired by the Bigster concept. While the SUV looks similar to the Bigster, it appears to have a smaller footprint than the concept.

The new Duster gets a horizontal grille with Y-shaped LEDs on either side, squared-off wheel arches with cladding and Y-shaped tail lamp clusters.

The next-gen Duster will be based on the CMF-B platform. Under the bonnet, the new Duster could get a range of petrol engines. These include a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit producing 118 BHP, a 1.2-litre petrol hybrid with 138 BHP and a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol flex-fuel engine with a peak output of 168 BHP.

The next-gen Duster is expected to be launched in India by 2025 as a rival to the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, VW Taigun and Maruti Grand Vitara.

Source: Motor1