Renault introduces hybrid Duster SUV at ₹16.99 lakh

Renault introduces revolutionary Strong Hybrid E-Tech technology in India with the New Renault Duster

Brings Formula 1-derived innovation, electric-first driving and class-leading efficiency to Indian customers through Duster

A strong-hybrid powertrain combining a 1.8-litre petrol engine, 2 electric motors and a 1.4 kWh battery, delivering a maximum system power output of 160 PS and peak motor torque of 208 Nm

Introduces Formula 1-inspired multi-mode automatic gearbox with 2 electric and 4 petrol gears, offering 15 drive combinations for smoother & responsive driving

Best in class 29 kmpl (ARAI certified), with up to 80% of city driving in pure EV mode, fuel savings of up to 29 per cent compared to diesel.

Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Renault Group, towards it’s electrification journey in India has announced the introduction of its strong hybrid E-Tech 160 power train on the new Renault Duster. The hybrid Duster is priced starting ₹16.99 lakh.

E-Tech combines the advantages of electric driving with the convenience of a petrol-powered vehicle, without requiring external charging infrastructure.

Renault Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 incorporates a 1.8-litre petrol engine, two electric motors, a 1.4 kWh battery pack and an advanced multi-mode automatic transmission, together producing a combined output of 160 PS, offering the best-in-segment displacement, battery size, fuel economy and exhilarating performance, the company said. 

Available in three variants- Evolution, Techno and Emotion the vehicle delivers an ARAI-certified fuel efficiency of 29 km/l, while enabling up to 80% of city driving in pure electric mode and offering fuel savings of up to 29% compared to diesel, it added. 

Stéphane Deblaise, Chief Executive Officer, Renault Group India, said, “With more than one million E-Tech strong hybrid vehicles sold worldwide since 2020, the E-Tech strong hybrid is a proven Renault powertrain technology.”

“Now, we are bringing it to India as part of our futuREady India roadmap. Our approach is to bring to the Indian customers the best of Renault’s global technologies, while developing cars, powertrains and features specifically for Indian needs through our engineering and design centres in Chennai, our biggest outside Europe. The Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 is a clear example of this approach,” he added.

In an interview Mr Deblaise said as per the company’s 2030 strategy it would have a market share of 3 to 5% in India and generate exports revenue of 2 billion Euros annually from the Indian operations by 2030.

He said the company will introduce a total of 7 new vehicles including electric vehicles by 2030. The first electric vehicle from the company will be rolled out in early 2028 he said.

Also by 2030 India would be Renault’s top three global markets, the first being France.