Renault India has officially started nationwide deliveries of the new Duster, marking the next phase of the SUV’s comeback in the Indian market. The first customer delivery was made in Chennai, making it an important milestone for the brand. The occasion was attended by Stéphane DeBlois along with François Provost, CEO of Renault Group. The first unit was handed over to Chennai based customer Dr. Arthanari Manickavasagam.
new’R store inaugurated in Chennai
Along with the first delivery, Renault also inaugurated its second New ‘R store in Chennai. Located on Mount Road, this new outlet is part of the brand’s evolving retail strategy focused on urban, experiential showrooms. Spread over 4,500 square feet, the facility includes 3,000 square feet of customer interaction and display area. It can accommodate up to five vehicles and features a dedicated delivery bay, which aims to provide a more immersive shopping experience.
This is the second such outlet in Chennai, taking the total number of New ‘R Stores in India to 11. Renault plans to further expand this network by targeting around 70 such outlets across the country this year. These will complement the company’s existing network of over 350 sales touchpoints.
Duster returns to mid-size SUV segment
The new Duster is offered with two turbo petrol engine options – TCe 100 and TCe 160, with both manual and automatic gearbox options. Prices start at Rs 10.49 lakh for the base Authentic variant and go up to Rs 18.49 lakh for the top-spec Iconic DCT trim.
The lineup includes multiple variants such as Evolution, Techno, Techno+ and Iconic, catering to a wide range of buyers. Renault is also offering a R Pass benefit, reducing prices by up to Rs 40,000 depending on the variant, further enhancing its value proposition in the segment.
customer-centric focus
Renault is also strengthening its ownership proposition through initiatives such as the Renault Forever programme, which offers extended coverage up to 7 years or 150,000 km. With deliveries currently underway and retail expansion in progress, Renault looks to once again establish the Duster as a strong contender in India’s competitive SUV sector.