Renault India has commenced customer deliveries of Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160, three weeks after its launch on October 17, 2026.
According to Renault, Hyderabad is among the leading cities in India for Duster Hybrid bookings, although the company has not disclosed total bookings received so far.
Duster Hybrid is offered in three variants – Evolution at Rs 16.99 lakh, Techno at Rs 18.99 lakh and Emotion at Rs 19.49 lakh (ex-showroom).
Renault Opens 30th New’R ShowroomAlongside the start of Duster Hybrid deliveries, Renault inaugurated its largest showroom in Hyderabad at HITEC City.
Operated in partnership with VVC Group, the facility is the group’s third Renault showroom in Hyderabad, where it also operates two workshops.
Renault India has commenced customer deliveries of Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160, three weeks after its launch on October 17, 2026. Priced from Rs 16.99 lakh (ex-showroom), the strong-hybrid SUV offers a claimed fuel efficiency of 29 km/l and a combined output of 160 PS.
The first customer delivery took place at Renault’s newly inaugurated showroom in HITEC City, Hyderabad. According to Renault, Hyderabad is among the leading cities in India for Duster Hybrid bookings, although the company has not disclosed total bookings received so far.
First Duster Hybrid Delivery In Hyderabad
The first Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 was handed over to T Krishna Gopal, CEO of Eduzi Academy, by Francisco Hidalgo, VP – Sales and Marketing, Renault Group India. Renault says it had targeted starting customer deliveries within a year of planning the hybrid’s introduction, with the aim of reaching buyers during the festive season. Deliveries have now commenced around Diwali, following the SUV’s launch last month.
Duster Hybrid is offered in three variants – Evolution at Rs 16.99 lakh, Techno at Rs 18.99 lakh and Emotion at Rs 19.49 lakh (ex-showroom). It competes with strong-hybrid versions of Maruti Grand Vitara, Maruti Victoris and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder. Here is our detailed drive review.
29 Kmpl Mileage, 160 PS Hybrid Powertrain
Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 combines a 1.8-litre Atkinson-cycle petrol engine with two electric motors and a 1.4 kWh battery pack. Combined system output stands at 160 PS, with power delivered through Renault’s multi-mode automatic transmission.
ARAI-certified mileage is rated at 29 km/l, with Renault claiming a maximum driving range of up to 1,400 km on a full tank. The company also claims that up to 80% of city driving can be completed in electric mode under suitable conditions.
Other highlights include frequency-dependent dampers, an illuminated grille and revised interior colour themes. Renault offers a 7-year vehicle warranty along with an 8-year or 1.6 lakh km battery warranty.
Renault Opens 30th New’R Showroom
Alongside the start of Duster Hybrid deliveries, Renault inaugurated its largest showroom in Hyderabad at HITEC City. Spread across 7,000 sq ft, the facility can display eight vehicles and is the company’s 30th new’R format showroom in India. Operated in partnership with VVC Group, the facility is the group’s third Renault showroom in Hyderabad, where it also operates two workshops.
Renault is upgrading its dealership network under the new’R retail format. The company plans to convert all 73 showrooms across India’s top 24 cities to the updated format by July 2027. These cities account for nearly half of Renault India’s sales, and 30 showrooms have already been upgraded.
