Renault has updated its Duster SUV offering with a number of visual and practical enhancements. Let’s take a look at what’s changed…

The Duster SUV has proven to be hugely popular for Renault in South Africa and since its launch in 2013, more than 10000 Duster’s have been sold and it’s currently one of the best-selling compact SUVs, alongside the popular Ford EcoSport.

In an effort to offer more value for customers, Renault has now enhanced the Duster lineup with a number of additional features, without an increase in price. The changes are as follows.

Exterior:

New headlights and taillight designNew black alloy wheelsRear camera fitted as standard on Dynamique modelsMore exterior colours to choose from

Interior:

7-inch MediaNav touchscreen is standard on Dynamique modelsCruise control is standard across the Duster rangeExpression derivative now standard with electric rear windowsDrive away lock is standard on all Duster modelsRedesigned fabric for inner seat segments and door panelsLeather upholstery is optional on all three Dynamique models

Engine offering

Buyers still have the choice between a 77 kW/148 Nm naturally aspirated 1.6-litre petrol engine offered as a 4×2 in Expression and Dynamique trim. Fuel consumption for this motor is claimed to be 7.6 L/100 km.

For those seeking diesel power, an 80 kW/240 Nm 1.5-litre turbodiesel engine is available in Dynamique trim only and can be had in either 4×2 or 4×4 guise. Renault claims a fuel consumption figure of 4.8 L/100 km for the diesel-powered Duster 4×2 and 5.2 L/100km for the Duster 4×4. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard on all Duster derivatives.

Renault Duster – Price in South Africa

Duster 1.6 Expression 4×2 – R239 900

Duster 1.6 Dynamique 4×2 – R 259900

Duster 1.5 dCi Dynamique 4×2 – R279 900

Duster 1.5 dCi Dynamique 4×4 – R 304900

The Renault Duster is sold with a 5-year/150 000 km mechanical warranty, 3-year/45 000 km service plan and a 6-year anti-corrosion warranty. Service intervals are set at 15000 km.

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