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Hyundai Creta may have been the king of its segment for years now, but it’s about to see some serious competition from not one but two models next year
Renault and Nissan have not had any exciting new products for years now, but that’s about to change next year. Both alliance brands plan to launch a Hyundai Creta rival in the coming months. On 26 January 2026, Renault will introduce the third-generation Duster in India. Already on sale in global markets, the all-new Duster features a brute exterior that’s almost certain to be a big hit in the hearts of Indian customers, who typically prefer SUVs with boxy and masculine designs.
The all-new Duster will measure around 4,345 mm in length, 1,813 mm in width, and 1,650 mm in height (incl. roof rails) and have a 2,658 mm wheelbase. A high ground clearance of at least 210 mm would ensure the SUV easily tackles bumps and potholes.
Rectangular headlamps with integrated Y-shaped DRLs, block-lettered brand inscription, and a high-set bonnet featuring raised corners and lowered central section give the front of the next-gen Duster an assertive and confident first impression. On the sides, raised roof rails, powerful shoulders, and prominent wheel arches continue the rugged styling. At the rear, there’s a deep indentation in the registration plate area in the tailgate and a prominent skid plate aligning with the tough theme of the exterior.
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The interior of the next-gen Renault Duster will also have a modern-tough design, complemented by tactile controls that are easy to locate and least distracting in use. A 7-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wireless smartphone charger, an electric parking brake, and ventilated seats are among the expected interior features. Renault will offer a wide range of advanced driver assistance systems in the top configurations.
The next-gen Renault Duster will likely be launched with a 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine and a 1.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine. A 1.8-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine-based hybrid system will likely follow by early 2027.
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Around June 2026, Nissan will launch the successor to the Terrano, called the Tekton. The Nissan Tekton will be a mechanical cousin of the all-new Renault Duster, but it will feature a unique exterior. Save for the shape and the pillar-mounted rear door handles, the exterior will be entirely different. With a prominent model inscription on the hood, connected DRLs, and connected tail lights, the Nissan Tekton will have a slightly flashier exterior.
The Nissan Tekton’s interior may closely resemble the all-new Renault Duster model, while its mechanicals would be completely the same. The Nissan model may carry a slightly higher positioning and be marginally more expensive.
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