Planning To Buy A Used Renault Duster? Here Are Things You Must Know

The compact SUV space is possibly one of the hottest segments in India, and one of the models that started the trend in India was the Renault Duster. The Duster was first launched in 2012, however, earlier this year, in February 2022, the company pulled the plug on the SUV after a successful run of ten years. However, if you are looking for one, then you can still get the Renault Duster in the used car market for anywhere between Rs. 3.25 lakh to Rs. 11 lakh, depending on the model year and condition. However, before you go looking for one here are some pros and cons you must know about getting a used Duster.

Also Read: Renault Duster Production Ends In India 

Pros:

1. The Renault Duster was amazing when it came to the driving dynamics. The SUV handled like a charm, and the ride quality was also good. Plus, Renault also used to offer an all-wheel-drive (AWD) version of the SUV.
2. Before the transition of the BS6 norms, Renault also offered a diesel engine with the Duster, which came in two power output options - 84 bhp and 108 bhp. It was one of the nicer diesel engines, and you will find both versions in the used car market.
3. The cabin space inside the Duster was large enough for five adults, and the SUV offered a commanding seating position. The Duster also offered a tall ground clearance of 205 mm.

Despite being in the market for 10 years the Duster never really received a proper update.

Cons:

1. As the Duster is no longer on sale in India, in the long run, after sales and parts availability might be an issue. So, keep that in mind. In fact, Renault skipped the second-gen model for India and as of now, there are no indications that the moniker will return to India.
2. Despite being in the market for 10 years the Duster never really received a proper update. So, both in terms of design and styling the Duster looks dated. The creature comforts are also limited to basic features, which is also why it could not compete against rivals like Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos.
3. While the latest version of the Duster did get a turbo petrol engine, the older one came with a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol motor, which felt a bit underpowered. The real-world fuel efficiency was also not the best, even with the diesel engine.