You can buy this new SUV for a budget of up to Rs 12 lakh

If you're planning to buy a new and updated SUV in the near future and have a budget of up to ₹12 lakh, and you're looking for a safe SUV, you might want to consider the new Renault Duster. Let's find out the details.

Renault Duster 5-Star Safety Rating

If you're planning to buy a new and updated SUV in the coming days and have a budget of up to ₹12 lakh, and you're looking for a safe SUV, you might want to consider the new Renault Duster. The new Renault Duster was launched in the Indian market just last month, in March 2026, and now this SUV has achieved a new milestone.

Renault Duster 5-Star Safety Rating

The new Renault Duster has now received a 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP in its crash test program. The Renault Duster's adult occupant safety score is 30.49 out of 32, while the child occupant safety score is 45 out of 49. This score makes the Duster one of the safest SUVs in India.

The new Renault Duster is built on the RGMP platform, which is specifically designed to be strong and safe. Its structure helps provide enhanced protection in a crash. The new Duster is equipped with several important safety features, including six airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), hill hold and hill descent control, tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), ISOFIX child seat mounts, three-point seat belts for all seats, and a seat belt reminder.

The new Renault Duster also comes with 17 ADAS features, including adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, automatic emergency braking, and blind spot detection.

New Renault Duster Price

Talking about the price of the new Renault Duster, the new Renault Duster starts at ₹10.49 lakh (ex-showroom), while the top-spec variant of this SUV is priced at ₹18.49 lakh (ex-showroom).

New Renault Duster Engine

The company is offering several engine options in the new Duster. These include the Turbo TCe 160 petrol engine and the Turbo TCe 100 petrol engine. The Turbo TCe 160 petrol engine produces 163PS of power and 280Nm of torque. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed dual clutch automatic. Additionally, the Turbo TCe 100 petrol engine produces 100PS of power and 160Nm of torque. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual.