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Saturday, February 9, 2013

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 Duster Review
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

Renault Duster Review
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. 

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6 comments

  1. Renault has thoughtfully put Duster in a segment where Indian customers was looking for. I must say they won in that with ease.

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  2. Its true that Duster is the best entry SUV that we have got here. But it would have been great if it is a seven seater!

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  3. Renault has launched the right product at the right time. They understood indian customer mindset and came out with Duster. If they improve the sales and service network, it will boost the sales.

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  4. Renault Duster is a good value for money SUV. But I was not impressed by the sales and service experience. For another person, it took a couple of days to have a test drive. They were giving lame excuses and reasons.

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  5. DUSTER is an affordable SUV and truly value for money. But as mentioned by Praneeth, Renault has to improve the sales and service experience...and this is what customer sees and make a huge difference in terms of sales.

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  6. Duster has no clear cut competitor as of now. Ford ecosport is the one wait to watch!

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