Renault is set to launch the new Duster Hybrid in the Indian market, and the price reveal is set for October 17 (2026). The upcoming car will be the third engine option for the new Duster, as it joins the current 1.0-litre 3-cylinder turbo-petrol and 1.3-litre turbo-petrol setups, reports state.
Indian market is all about hybrid cars, and the 2026 production run has reportedly sold out, so Renault is temporarily pausing bookings for the new upcoming model.
Expected price in India
When it comes to pricing, insiders stated that the company will only offer the hybrid in the top trims, and it is likely to cost roughly Rs 2 lakh more than the matching petrol versions. For context, the current Duster costs between Rs 10.49 lakh and Rs 18.69 lakh (ex-showroom), so customers might probably be looking at a starting price just around Rs 20 lakh for the hybrid—depending on how Renault structures the lineup.
Renault Duster Hybrid engine details
Talking about the engine, the new Duster Hybrid gets a 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that works with two electric motors. The first (about 20bhp) serves as a starter generator, and the second (49bhp) actually powers the wheels.
The car runs on a 1.4kWh battery pack, putting out a solid 160bhp and 172Nm of torque. It supports a multi-mode clutchless automatic, which should make life easier in city traffic.
Renault estimates the Duster Hybrid will return between 22 and 25kmpl under normal conditions and claims you can drive as much as 80% of your daily city runs in pure EV mode if you go gentle on the pedal.
Features and design
Design-wise, the hybrid does not stray far from its petrol sibling. Besides a 'HYBRID' badge on the tailgate, the look and feel stay pretty much the same—Renault’s signature grille, LED headlamps with eyebrow-style DRLs, 18-inch alloys, and those connected LED tail lamps.
Inside, customers get all the good stuff: a 10.1-inch touchscreen with built-in Google, wireless smartphone connectivity, powered ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, and a 360-degree camera.
Duster Hybrid rivals
Competition is heating up. The Duster Hybrid will face strong rivals like the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder. It will also have to watch out for the hybrid versions of the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta, which are reportedly not far behind.
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