Complete owner’s guide for the Renault Duster with photo, model introduction, full specifications, 5-year India sales report, variant links, 80 reported issues and 288 replacement parts rendered directly in the HTML body for search engines.
Renault Duster — a suv engineered for Indian roads.
The Renault Duster is a suv sold in India in the ₹12.09–21.56 lakh price range. Available in Petrol, it competes in the suv segment with feature-rich variants, modern safety equipment, and a strong service network across India.
Ex-showroom price: ₹12.09–₹21.56 lakh | Segment: SUV | Fuel: Petrol | Mileage: 14–18 km/l | Seating: 5 persons.
| Engine | 4-cyl Turbo |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.5–2.0 L |
| Power | 115–170 PS |
| Torque | 150–250 Nm |
| Transmission | 6MT / 7DCT / 6AT |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 14–18 km/l |
| Drive Type | FWD/AWD |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.7 s |
| Seating | 5 persons |
| Boot Space | 433 L |
| Fuel Tank | 50 L |
| Ground Clearance | 198 mm |
| Length × Width × Height | 4365 mm × 1815 mm × 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 |
| Airbags | 6 |
| Safety Rating | Not Yet Tested |
| Warranty | 3 yrs / 1,00,000 km |
| Infotainment | 10.25-in HD, connected car, OTA |
19 variants are listed with fuel type, transmission, airbags, trim level and direct variant-page links.
Units sold in India across the latest 5-year report period. Total 5-year volume is 33,200, with peak sales of 8,000 units in 2022 and 2024 sales of 6,800 units (-11% YoY).
| Year | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Units Sold | 4,800 | 6,000 | 8,000 | 7,600 | 6,800 |
These sales figures are estimates based on segment averages and brand market share where exact dispatch data is not available.
Many users have reported that the engine temperature rises quickly, especially in traffic or long drives during summer.
Severity: high | Repair Cost: ₹3,000–₹25,000 | Affected Years: 2015-2022 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Temperature warning light, Hot air from bonnet, Coolant loss.
Drivers often feel difficulty while shifting gears, especially in manual variants.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2014-2021 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Gear stuck, Jerky shifts, Grinding noise.
Users hear thud or knocking sound when driving on bad roads.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹3,000–₹20,000 | Affected Years: 2013-2022 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Knocking sound, Rough ride, Uneven handling.
AC struggles to cool cabin effectively during hot weather.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,500–₹12,000 | Affected Years: 2014-2022 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Low cooling, Hot air, Slow cabin cooling.
Drivers feel steering is heavy while parking or in city driving.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹18,000 | Affected Years: 2013-2021 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Heavy steering, Delayed response.
Brake pads produce noise when applied.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹1,000–₹8,000 | Affected Years: 2013-2022 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Squeaking sound, Vibration.
Battery gets discharged quickly even when not used much.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹3,000–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2015-2022 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Slow cranking, Dead battery.
Clutch plate wears faster than expected in city driving.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹5,000–₹20,000 | Affected Years: 2014-2022 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Clutch slipping, Burning smell.
Delay in power delivery when accelerating.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2013-2020 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Delayed acceleration.
Doors sometimes do not lock/unlock via remote.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,500–₹8,000 | Affected Years: 2014-2022 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Remote not responding.
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