PPS Motors Launched New Renault Duster In Telangana

(MENAFN- ForPressRelease) Hyderabad, March 28, 2026: PPS Motors, part of one of India’s largest automobile retail conglomerates today launched the all-new Renault Duster in Hyderabad, with turbo petrol prices starting at INR 10.49 Lakh (ex-showroom) and dispatches now underway nationwide. Renault India, the wholly owned subsidiary of French carmaker – Renault Group, built the new Duster on the advanced Renault Group Modular Platform (RGMP), with a clear focus on structural robustness, efficiency and future-readiness. Its true SUV proportions, best in segment approach and departure angles and high ground clearance reinforce off-road credibility while supporting everyday usability. The new duster was launched at PPS Motors’ showrooms at Kukatpally and LB Nagar in Hyderabad.

The new Renault Duster combines strong performance with best ride and handling, engineered and tested specifically for Indian driving conditions. The Turbo TCe 160 delivers 163 PS and 280 Nm, paired with either a 6-speed wet-clutch DCT calibrated for Indian conditions or a 6-speed manual transmission. Vehicle dynamics have been validated by IDIADA across ride, handling, steering and braking performance, with the chassis tuned for stability, comfort and confidence across varied Indian road surfaces.

According to Francisco Hidalgo, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Renault India,“The new Renault Duster reflects exactly what Indian customers expect today: strong performance, real-world durability and everyday usability. With 163 PS from the Turbo TCe 160 and the advanced RGMP platform, it delivers genuine gains in ride, handling and robustness. Backed by flexible ownership options including subscription and a 7-year warranty, the SUV is engineered for how India actually drives.”

Commenting on the launch, Rajiv Sanghvi, Managing Director, PPS Motors Pvt. Ltd. said,“Renault’s new Duster is one of the most awaited SUV launches this year, building on the original Duster’s legacy of redefining the segment with performance and practicality. The new Duster builds on this legacy with best-in-segment capabilities, advanced Google Automotive Services, and cutting-edge display features, making it highly compelling for SUV enthusiasts. With encouraging pre-bookings of new Duster already, PPS Renault is confident of further strengthening its position in the segment.

Inside, the driver-focused cockpit features improved ergonomics, strong outward visibility and enhanced seating comfort, alongside Google Automotive Services integrated into the OpenR Link multimedia system for seamless access to Google Maps, Google Assistant and Google Play.

The new Duster is offered in five trims: Authentic, Evolution, Techno, Techno+ and Iconic. Key highlights include full LED lighting, OpenR Link multimedia with Google built-in, panoramic sunroof and electric powered tailgate, ventilated front seats, dual-zone climate control, 17 ADAS features, and a 360-degree camera

Strong early demand has been led by the Turbo TCe 160, which accounts for over 90% of petrol bookings across markets. Customers can access a special introductory price of INR 10.29 Lakh until March 31, 2026 through the R-Pass pre-booking programme. Renault is also introducing flexible subscription options alongside a 7-year Renault Forever warranty for customers adhering to scheduled maintenance at authorised Renault service centres.

The E-Tech Strong Hybrid combines a 1.8-litre engine with a 1.4 kWh battery, enabling up to 80% EV driving in city conditions while balancing efficiency with performance. In major metro markets, nearly 40% of customers opted for the hybrid during pre-bookings, and Renault confirmed that planned hybrid capacity for 2026 is already fully allocated, with bookings set to reopen ahead of deliveries around Diwali.

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