Indian automobile market is increasing drastically and with the rising demands many giant car manufacturers are footing into the market to get a good share of profit. With the increase in money spending power of people, most of the them desire to buy a good car and looking into these increasing prospects the European giant Renault has entered the automotive arena with its new models and variants. Renault Duster in India has gained popularity because of its characteristics which relate it to a SUV and the compendious look makes it perfect for the Indian road. With the increase in petrol prices everyday Renault has launched its diesel cars at the perfect time where people want to look for long term investment with low costs. Although the company has launched it in three versions i.e. petrol, basic diesel and high end Diesel.

Outer Look and Feel

The car which looks quite bulky and heavy in its look, actually gives a feeling of a compact SUV. The classified design of the car looks enticing and appealing to eyes. With the chrome plated front grille, squared headlights, roof trails makes the exteriors look very masculine. The Duster is basically styled in the platform of Logan which was earlier released by the company but could not create much interest among the car enthusiast. The vehicle is available in six colors Pearl Galaxy Black, Pearl Supreme White, Metallic Fiery Red, Metallic Graphite Grey, Metallic Woodland Brown and Metallic Moonlight Silver giving you good choice to choose as per your liking.

Interiors

The wide interiors are designed with quality and elegance in Beige and black color combination and appears like a sedan. The clutter free dashboard with instrumental panel in the centre embedded with tech savvy features is easily accessible by the driver. The seats are upholstered with world class quality and give enough legroom for the passengers. Occupying five people comfortably it also has a large boot space and other storage facilities. The best aspect of this car is the eight way adjustable driver seats allowing the driver to be at his comfortable position. Additional features include roll over windows, individual Ac vents with control, keyless entry, power steering and automatic operated back door.

Engine

Renault is available in the petrol as well as the Diesel version. The petrol engine is of 1.6K4M producing maximum power of 100.6bhp at 5850 rpm and torque of 145nm at 3750rpm giving a mileage of 13024kmpl. The Diesel engine is of 1.5dci K9K engine of one of the model moils out power at 85ps at 9750rpm and torque of 200nm at 1900rpm which is collaborated with five speed manual gearboxes and the other Diesel version gives a power of 110 PS at 3900 rpm and is mated with six speed manual gearboxes. The company is futuristic about the diesel version as Indians always prefer mileage over anything else. The turbo charged diesel engines gives a power packed performance with smooth maneuvering. The diesel engine gives a mileage of 20.64kmpl and 19 kmpl in its two variants.

Safety and security

The new duster in India has good safety measures like front air bags, EBD, ABS, engine immobilizer, Electronic stability control, three point seat belt provisions, fog lamps and brake assistance. The car does its best in terms of securing its passengers.

Overall its a good car and worth shelling out money out of your pocket. The compact SUV gives you all with its smart features and saves you well in terms of fuel efficiency. The Renault Duster price in India is around 7.69 Lakhs to 11.79 as per the models. With perfect street presence, spacious interiors, low maintenance and affordability, this compact SUV is worth all your money.