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The Rs 7 lakh Renault Duster soon in India

Last updated on: February 22, 2012 08:46 IST

French carmaker Renault is all-set to zoom in with its rugged yet modish Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) Renault Duster to India by June this year.

Duster is expected to bear a 4x2 and 4x4 mechanism apart from the 1.6L, 16-valve petrol engine or a 1.5L dCi diesel power-train under its hood when it sees its global launch.

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The Rs 7 lakh Renault Duster soon in India

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In India, one can look ahead to the 1.5L diesel version that is capable of yielding around 85PS of utmost power.

An affordable luxury SUV that is reasonably priced between Rs 700,000 - Rs 10 lakh, Duster will be a threat to brawny Mahindra Scorpio and macho XUV500.

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The Rs 7 lakh Renault Duster soon in India

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Stylish chrome grille

Renault Duster will carry an impressive front that will hold a freshly styled chrome grille that adds more value to the face of the vehicle.

The Renault badge is placed at the centre of the three horizontal slat grille.

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Twin barrel headlamps

This sort of headlamps are rarely seen on Indian SUVs.

Such headlamps provide more focus and clear beam, which is excellent from the drivers view point when driving on long routes.

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16" alloy wheels, front fog lamps

The 16-inch alloys are likely to be standard on all variants of Renault Duster.

These broader wheels will give the car a firm grip on uneven city or off-roads.

Moreover, the spherical front fog lamps for clearer view are engraved at the respective corners of the large nudge-guard shaped front bumper.

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Keyless entry

Renault is one of the pioneers to follow innovative and hassle free function of remote keyless entry in their vehicles.

This is the safest and latest technique.

Earlier it ws available only in premium sedans.

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Rear view of Duster.

ABS with brake assist & EBD

Being a global car maker the mechanism of ABS (Antilock Brake System) with Brake Assist is bound to make its way into the safety aspect of Renault Duster.

It is combined with EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution).

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Dual front airbags

The active safety element of the dusky looking Duster comprise dual front airbags that provide maximum safety to the front occupants.

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Plush leather upholstery

The interior is made of premium leather upholstery that makes the passengers feel fresh even after a long journey.

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4-speaker music system with USB, AUX-IN & bluetooth connectivity

A surround sound theatre effect will travel with you while on the move with 4-quality speaker music system that will carry handy features of USB and auxiliary port to listen to your favorite songs.

Moreover, a Bluetooth connectivity interface to pair your handset is also available.

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The gear stick.

Satellite audio & phone control

Some novel features will comprise satellite audio system to tune in to your desired radio stations from around the globe.

While with the phone control feature you can stay connected on the go.

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Rear defogger, rear wiper & washer

The tail gate of Renault Duster will enclose a convenient feature of rear defogger that is handy in bad weather.

Rear wiper and washer are also available.

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A boot capacity of 475 litres

The interiors of Renault Duster are extremely spacious as it has a boot space of 475 litres, hence big luggage can be carried without worries.

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Electrically adjustable ORVMs

Another convenient feature in the form of electrically modifiable Outside Rear View Mirrors (ORVMs) will be at hand in the Renault's New SUV Duster that can be adjusted according to the need.

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Rear parking sensors

This is a very useful and practical safety feature that avoids any kind of bruises to the rear bumper of the vehicle, at the time of parking.