PODCAST: Indian-built Renault Duster’s price slash hits the spot
Starting at R339 999, the SUV is all of R150 000 more affordable than before.
Renault has significantly reduced the starting price of its Indian-built Duster SUV by R150,000, bringing the price range to between R339,999 and R499,999. This marks a substantial decrease from the previous models, which were only a temporary solution sourced from Romania. In an episode of The Citizen Motoring's Pitstop podcast, Road Test Editor Mark Jones discusses the arrival of the new Renault Duster and shares his impressions after testing the SUV during its media launch drive in the Western Cape.
Jones emphasizes that the price reduction did not compromise the vehicle's quality or features, stating that the Indian-built model is as good as the Romanian model, with the addition of 35 new features across the range. The vehicle now offers two petrol engine options: a 1.0-litre turbo petrol mill producing 74kW and 160Nm of torque, and a 1.3-litre blown engine generating 116kW and 260Nm of torque.
Both engines send power to the front wheels via a six-speed manual or six-speed EDC double-clutch automatic transmission. The Indian-built Duster also boasts an attractive warranty package, including a five-year/150,000km mechanical warranty, a three-year/45,000km service plan, and 24-hour roadside assistance.
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