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Renault Sets India Reveal for New Duster on Republic Day 2026

Local assembly in Chennai anchors the SUV’s role in Renault’s International Game Plan 2027.

Overview

  • Renault confirmed an India unveiling on 26 January 2026 and opened registrations for a waiting program.
  • The new Duster will be assembled at Renault’s Oragadam (Chennai) plant, activating the brand’s fifth industrial hub outside Europe.
  • The company withheld India-specific technical specifications, pricing and production volumes, with full details due at the reveal.
  • Independent reports indicate a localized CMF-B platform with a 10.1-inch infotainment screen, a 7-inch digital cluster and advanced driver-assistance features, though India fitment has not been confirmed.
  • Coverage also points to petrol and hybrid powertrains based on the global lineup and a Nissan-badged Tekton derivative expected to follow the Renault debut.