Renault India has finally launched the next-gen Renault Duster in the Indian market at an introductory price of Rs 10.29 lakh (ex-showroom). The new model is built on the company’s RGMP platform and features a redesigned exterior. The SUV will compete with Tata Sierra, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Maruti Victoris, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Honda Elevate, and others in the highly competitive mid-size SUV segment. In this article, let’s compare the new Duster with the Hyundai Creta.Renault Duster vs Hyundai Creta: Price, VariantsThe new Renault Duster is offered in five variants – Authentic, Evolution, Techno, Techno Plus and Iconic with prices ranging from Rs 10.29 lakh to Rs 18.09 lakh (both prices ex-showroom). The starting price of Rs 10.29 lakh is applicable for customers who pre-book their cars by March 2026. Thereafter, the standard price starts at Rs 10.49 lakh (ex-showroom). The Hyundai Creta is offered in E, EX, EX (O), S, S (O), SX, SX Tech, SX (O) and King editions priced between Rs 10.7 lakh and Rs 20.2 lakh (ex-showroom).
Renault Duster vs Hyundai Creta: Dimensions Comparing the dimensions further, Hyundai Creta measures 4330 mm in length, 1790 mm in width, 1635 mm in height and 2610 mm in wheelbase. It has a ground clearance of 190 mm, boot space of 433 liters and wheel sizes ranging from 16 to 17 inches. The 2026 Renault Duster measures 4346 mm in length, 1815 mm in width, 1703 mm in height and 2657 mm in wheelbase. It has a ground clearance of 212 mm, boot space of 518 liters. Compared to the Hyundai Creta, the 2026 Renault Duster is slightly longer, wider and with a longer wheelbase, higher ground clearance and significantly larger boot space.Renault Duster vs Hyundai Creta: Powertrain Hyundai Creta is offered with three engine options – 1.5-litre turbo petrol with 160hp power and 260 Nm of torque. 1.5-litre NA petrol engine with 115 PS of power and 144 Nm of torque. 1.5-litre turbo diesel with 116 PS of power and 250 Nm of torque. Gearbox options include 6-speed MT, iMT, CVT (dubbed iVT), 6-speed AT and 7-speed DCT.
The new Renault Duster will be offered with three engine options – a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with 100 PS of power and 160 nm of torque mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The second engine is a 1.3-litre, 4-cylinder, turbocharged petrol with 163 PS of power and 280 nm of torque mated to either a 6-speed DCT or a 6-speed manual. There is also a larger 1.8-liter hybrid petrol engine with 109 hp, 49 hp electric motor and 20 hp hybrid starter generator (HSG), with a 1.4 kW (280V) battery. Together, this configuration delivers a combined system output of 160hp and 172Nm.Renault Duster vs Hyundai Creta: Features and Safety Talking about the features in the Creta, it gets twin 10-25 inch screens for the instrument cluster and infotainment system. Other features include dual-zone climate control, panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, steering-mounted controls, multi-color ambient lighting, Bose sound system, powered driver’s seat, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, BlueLink connected car tech, voice commands, OTA updates, air purifier, AutoSense headlights and more. In terms of safety, the SUV gets six airbags, a 360-degree camera, electronic stability control, traction control, tire pressure monitoring system and Level-2 ADAS features.
The Duster’s interior has been largely redesigned for the Indian market. The India-spec version features an all-new dashboard design with a dual-screen layout, soft-touch surfaces and revised trim elements. The cabin features silver accents and contrast green stitching, a dedicated button panel on the center console, slide-adjustable front armrest with storage and more. Features include a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a panoramic sunroof, a wireless phone charger, dual-zone climate control, a powered tailgate, 6-way power and ventilated seats, 4-way front lights, 4-way seats. Push-button start/stop, multi-drive modes and more.Safety features include six airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, rear parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat anchorages, 360-degree camera, electric parking brake, disc brakes on all four wheels and Level 2 ADAS features.
