The Renault Duster is a compact SUV that offers value for money and has sold in reasonable numbers since its introduction to the South African market.

The Duster has some Nissan underpinnings and the two brands often work together and share technology such as engines. The Nissan NP200 and Nissan Qashqai/Renault Kadjarare some examples of this partnership. The previous generation Renault Koleos was in fact a Nissan X-trail underneath.

Renault Duster Bakkie Details

It’s fair to assume that a Duster-based bakkie would eventually come along, and here we have proof that a production model is in the pipeline. Renault has confirmed that it will be taking the covers off its first-ever pickup later this month at the Buenos Aires Auto Show in South America.

Renault has called this Duster-based bakkie a Sport Utility Pickup and that it shares the same qualities as the Duster compact SUV. This new Duster Bakkie will feature a proper double-cab setup complete with five seats, four doors and a useful-sized load bay. In terms of engines, we’re likely to see both petrol and diesel powerplants similar to those found in the current Renault Duster.

For now, all we can see are these concept teaser sketches, but you can expect looks not too dissimilar to the Dacia Oroch concept from 2014.

Renault SA was approached for comment and a spokesperson said that while the Duster bakkie wasn’t on the cards immediately, there’s potential after the first quarter of 2016. Given the Duster’s success in South Africa, we think Renault SA would be mad not to bring it in.