Renault Duster SUV Review
Renault Duster - Review Price and Quick Facts
Renault Duster is a smart and affordable SUV from Renault that is slowly flooding Indian Markets. Duster is a carefully packaged SUV for Indian roads. It boast of excellent ride quality, SUV looks, cool features and decent fuel efficiency. India has been waiting for a fuel efficient and affordable SUV. Renault sensed this gap and closed it cleverly with the Duster before anyone else. Other big players have spotted this and will be launching their compact SUV’s in the days to come.
Renault is rated as one of the best entry level new SUV in India.
Renault is rated as one of the best entry level new SUV in India.
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| Renault Duster (Click image to zoom) |
Quick Facts:
Petrol engine
Engine Code | 1.6 K4M | |
Displacement (cc) | 1598 | |
Engine Type | 4 Cyl in-line | |
Max Power : PS @ rpm | 104 PS @ 5850 rpm | |
Max Torque : Nm @ rpm | 145 Nm @ 3750 rpm | |
Fuel System | Multi-point Fuel Injection | |
Transmission Type | 5-speed Manual |
There are two diesel engine options : 85 PS and 110 PS
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85 PS Diesel Engine:
Engine Code | 1.5 dCi K9K HP | |
Displacement (cc) | 1461 | |
Engine Type | 4 Cyl in-line | |
Max Power : PS @ rpm | 85PS @ 3750 rpm | |
Max Torque : Nm @ rpm | 200 @ 1900 rpm | |
Fuel System | Common rail direct injection (dCi) | |
Transmission Type | 5-speed Manual |
110 PS Diesel Engine:
Engine Code | 1.5 dCi K9K THP | |
Displacement (cc) | 1461 | |
Engine Type | 4 Cyl in-line | |
Max Power : PS @ rpm | 110PS @ 3900 rpm | |
Max Torque : Nm @ rpm | 248 @ 2250 rpm | |
Fuel System | Common rail direct injection (dCi) | |
Transmission Type | 6-speed Manual |
Common Fact File:
WheelBase (mm): | 2673 | |
LxWxH (mm): | 4315x1822x1695 | |
Ground clearance (mm) : | 205 | |
Boot (litres): | 475 | |
Tank (litres): | 50 | |
Kerb Weight (Kg): | 1160-1308 | |
Doors/ Seats | 5/5 | |
Engine/Drive | Front/Front |
Pros:
- Good build
- Real SUV look
- Ride Quality
- Spacious and ample leg room
- Comfortable seats
- Fuel efficiency
- Practical and comfortable
- Easy to drive
- Impressive cabin insulation
Cons:
- Look and feel of plastics
- Interior and cabin quality
- Equipment list
- Lack of good service network
- Lack of proper storage space inside
- It can seat only 5 people and not 7
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| Renault Duster Interior (Click image to zoom) |
Price:
The ex showroom price for base petrol starts from 7 Lakhs. The diesel version starts from 8 Lakhs and goes up to 12 Lakhs for the higher end model. (price quoted here are approximate figures)
Click here to know about Renault Duster price list in India for important cities.Annual insurance cost ranges from Rs.38740 (base petrol model) to Rs.53154 (High end diesel model).
Best Model To Buy: 108bhp Diesel RxL
Mileage:
Models | ARAI tested | Actual Average |
Petrol | 13kmpl | 11.8 Kmpl |
Diesel (85 PS) | 20 Kmpl | 18 Kmpl |
Diesel (110 PS) | 19 Kmpl | 17 Kmpl |
By seeing the advantages of Duster, you might have already thought in your mind that “what more could I ask for in an entry level SUV“.
Yes. Duster is a good choice for an entry level SUV to buy for that price and features.