Renault wants a presence in each segment of the car market and will be
ready with its Duster mini-SUV by July next year. The Duster shares its
platform with the Logan (now Mahindra Verito), so should be able to
take a fair bit of abuse. But this is no off-roader in the true sense
and will be sold in India in a two-wheel-drive avatar only. Interior
space is impressive and, just like on the Logan, ride quality is nice
and supple too. The Duster will have 1.6 petrol (105bhp) and 1.5 diesel
(90bhp) engines. A more powerful 107bhp 1.5 diesel with reduced turbo
lag will also be on offer. Expect prices to start at Rs 7 lakh for the
base petrol-engined Duster.
Factfile:
Engines: 1.6-litre petrol, 1.5-litre
diesel, 1.5-litre diesel
Power/Torque: 105bhp/15.1kgm,
90bhp/20.4kgm, 107bhp/24.5kgm
Kerb weight: 1205kg
L/W/H: 4315/1822/1695mm
Expected: July 2012
Price: Rs 7-8 lakh
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