Renault Duster details announced, Australian showroom arrivals commence this month
Order books for new Renault Duster have officially opened in Australia and the first shipment of vehicles is due in showrooms this month.
Prices and specifications across the range have been confirmed and customers are now able to place an order via the Renault Australia website or their nearest Renault showroom.
New Renault Duster - the award-winning, high-riding small SUV defined by its rugged good looks, practicality, and off-road capability - will be available in two model grades with a choice of two fuel-efficient turbo petrol engines.
The 4x2 auto will be powered by a turbocharged 1.3-litre four-cylinder engine, and the 4x4 manual will be powered by a turbocharged 1.2-litre mild hybrid three-cylinder engine.
As part of a special launch promotion for a limited time, the price of new Renault Duster will start from $34,990 drive-away for the Evolution efficient dual-clutch (EDC) automatic 4x2 variant, for a limited time.
Unlike most rivals in its class, new Renault Duster has tall suspension and generous off-road clearance angles.
New Renault Duster will also be available with a range of genuine and locally-sourced accessories to appeal to buyers with a sense of adventure.
Inside, new Renault Duster is available with a range of 'YouClip' accessory attachment points, so buyers can personalise their vehicles with options such as a phone holder, detachable torch, bag hook, or an extra cup holder.
The inside panel on the tailgate also has a 'YouClip' attachment point to affix a portable cube-shaped torch that becomes an overhead light when the hatch is open, which can be handy when loading the shopping or unpacking camping gear.
"Unlike most vehicles in this segment, new Renault Duster really does blend the best of both worlds, with a genuine ability to bridge the gap between the urban jungle and the great outdoors," said Glen Sealey, General Manager of Renault Australia.
"Its compact dimensions make it easy to park in tight spots in the city and suburbs, and its tall ground clearance and intelligent traction control system make it easy to manoeuvre in a range of off-road conditions".
New Renault Duster is designed to appeal to SUV buyers who occasionally want to venture beyond the city limits.
"That's why we are working with Renault HQ and local accessory specialists to offer a wide range of options, so customers can get the most out of new Renault Duster", said Mr Sealey.
"Customer demand for adventure vehicles in Australia remains strong, and Renault Duster reflects this lifestyle."
"It is ideal for urban use, yet has the ability to unlock a weekend escape."
"Whether customers choose the 4x2 or 4x4 version, the other advantage of Renault Duster's tall suspension is the comfort it delivers over bumps and thumps on suburban roads."
The first shipment of new Renault Duster will initially arrive in limited numbers.
"Demand for this vehicle in Europe is very strong, so Australia will receive an initial allocation before shipments ramp up next year," said Mr Sealey.
"We ordered as many cars as we could this year, and we are now working closely with the factory to improve our allocation moving forward."
Key specifications and the model walk are as follows:
Safety across all models:
Driver and front passenger airbags
Driver and front passenger chest side airbags
Front and rear curtain airbags
ISOFIX child seat anchor points on rear outermost seats
Three top-tether child restraint anchor points across the rear seat
Split-folding rear seats 60;40
Electronic stability control
Anti-lock brakes
Emergency brake assist
Active Emergency Braking System (AEBS) with pedestrian and cyclist detection
Forward collision warning system
Safe following distance warning
Lane departure warning
Lane keep assist
Traffic sign recognition
Driver attention alert
Cruise control and speed limiter
Rear view camera with moving guidance lines
Rear parking sensors
Tyre pressure warning
ADAS personalised setting shortcut button
Renault Duster 4x2 technical details:
Engine: Turbocharged 1.3-litre four-cylinder petrol
Power: 113kW @ 5500rpm
Torque: 270Nm @ 2250rpm
Fuel type: 91 octane 'regular' unleaded
Combined cycle fuel rating label figure: 6.5L/100km
Emission standard: Euro 6
Transmission: 7-speed 'EDC' dual-clutch automatic with steering wheel mounted 'paddle shifters'
Driven wheels: Front
Brakes: Four-wheel discs (280 x 24mm front, 280 x 9.6mm rear)
Rear suspension: Torsion beam axle
Length: 4345mm
Width (body): 1813mm
Width (mirrors folded): 1921mm
Width (mirrors extended): 2069mm
Height (with roof rails): 1650mm
Wheelbase: 2657mm
Ground clearance: Up to 174mm
Turning circle: 10.86 metres
Boot volume (VDA standard): 472L to 1564L
Kerb weight (unladen): 1309kg (Evolution), 1363kg (Techno)
Towing capacity: 1500kg (braked), 695kg (unbraked)
Renault Duster 4x4 technical details:
Engine: Turbocharged 1.2-litre three-cylinder mild-hybrid petrol
Power: 96kW @ 4500rpm
Torque: 230Nm @ 2250rpm
Mild hybrid: Idle engine stop/start
Fuel type: 95 octane 'premium' unleaded
Combined cycle fuel rating label figure: 5.7L/100km
Emission standard: Euro 6
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Driven wheels: All-wheel-drive
Brakes: Four-wheel discs (280 x 24mm front, 280 x 9.6mm rear)
Rear suspension: Multi link
Length: 4345mm
Width (body): 1813mm
Width (mirrors folded): 1921mm
Width (mirrors extended): 2069mm
Height (with roof rails): 1650mm
Wheelbase: 2657mm
Ground clearance: Up to 212mm
Turning circle: 10.86 metres
Boot volume (VDA standard): 358L to 1424L
Kerb weight (unladen): 1422kg (Evolution), 1441kg (Techno)
Towing capacity: 1500kg (braked), 750kg (unbraked)
Renault Duster Evolution standard equipment:
Black and grey cloth upholstery
Centre armrest with closed storage
Rear air-conditioning vents
Height and reach adjustable leather steering wheel
Dual-zone air-conditioning with air purifier
7-inch digital instrument cluster
10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen (with custom display options)
AM/FM/DAB radio
Wired and wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone mirroring
Wireless smartphone charging
Bluetooth phone pairing with audio streaming
Arkymys classic sound system with six speakers
One-touch auto-up and auto-down windows on all four doors
USB-C charging ports (two front, two rear)
12 V power socket (one in front cabin, one in boot)
YouClip accessory points: 1 x rear centre console, 2 x boot, 1 x inside of tailgate
Remote central locking
Auto-door lock when driving
Foldable 'flick' key
Electric parking brake
Rain-sensing windscreen wipers
Dusk-sensing headlights
LED lamps (low beam)
Y-shaped daytime running lights
Rear fog light
Mirror indicator light
17-inch diamond-cut 'Adventure' alloy wheels
Continental Cross Contact 215/65 R17 tyres
Spare tyre (215/70 R16)
Grey door mirrors
Fixed roof rails
Renault Duster Techno adds the following equipment:
Black and grey premium cloth upholstery
Rear privacy glass
Blind spot warning
Multi-view camera
Front parking sensors
Smart key card
Automatic 'walk away' door locking and 'approach' unlocking
Engine start button
Automatic high/low beam
Split-level boot floor (4x2 only)
Additional YouClip accessory point: Dashboard, right of the infotainment screen
18"inch diamond-cut 'Exploration' alloy wheels
Continental Cross Contact 215/60 R18 tyres
Modular roof rails
Colours (metallic or premium paint adds $750):
Solid White (no extra cost)
Cedar Green
Sandstone
Terracotta
Shadow Grey
Khaki Green
Pearlescent Black
Servicing and warranty:
Intervals for routine maintenance are 12 months/30,000km, whichever comes first.
Warranty coverage on new Renault Duster is five years/unlimited kilometres.
