I have been using the duster for the past five years now and it’s as good as when I bought it..... the ride quality is amazing ... your can drive for hours and hours non stop without feeling tired .... yes it lacks in features for sure but for that you simply can’t compromise on ride quality and comfort which the others lack .... if anyone wants to buy a car then one can surely go for it
Just like the classic jeep.. Duster is the similar icon of modern times.. That classic shape won't die down, and interiors are meant for an offroader,I repeat offroader,just functional and bare bones, not for shopping with wife and kids...thums up for duster.
Test drove it and I freaking love it (rxz manual 1.3) . Push the pedal to the metal and it pushes you back in your seat plus it sounds so good. Took it over some bad roads and potholes and you won't feel uncomfortable at all. Also the steering is not heavy at all unless you're coming from an electrical power assisted steering wheel. Duster's got a hydraulic steering wheel it gives you confidence on higher speeds so plus point. Sure the interior looks outdated which is noticeable when you sit in creta or seltos but this car is beyond those two.
When Duster RXZ(manual of course. Nobody will buy cvt) is compared with same price Seltos or Creta, duster is definitely definitely a good package. Basically it comes down to the matter of how much money you want to spend and what trade off you are willing to make.
Still One of the car where 5 people can sit comfortably unlike Venue and Sonet... Really disappointed by Sonet backseat.. Cancelled my Sonet booking...
The best Reviewer on you tube who doesn't blabber like others talking much about features and looks , but on driveability and the real technical aspects related to the engine and performance, ride, steering feedback, suspension, cornering, road manners etc. Superb !
1.5 NA engine MT has better response than turbo...I booked one recently as this beast is unmatched when it comes to cabin silence and suspension....better than kushaq and taigun
Why are you comparing the CVT s with the Corean DCTs.......Do the performance comparisons with Manual transmissions..... Turbo petrol with stick-shift would be far better than CVTs...
@@zenjm6496 The price difference of the automatics being compared! Even the CVT's on Kia's and Hyundai's are more expensive for that matter. So this aint a proper comparison.
Suv mainly depends on the dynamics of the car, still it's width and length is more than creta and seltos. Duster can taken into any roads due to its approach angle(raised front bumper) and 205mm ground clearnce compared to creta and seltos. Duster had 4x4 model which has same dynamics .
Duster really need an update in terms of interiors.. who will use that steering column mounted controls! I remember Ford figo also had updates similar to this..
This manual turbo engine is a beauty test drove it handling and drive is fantastic, the interiors definitely needs a big refresh, if you are looking at the drive dynamics without the knick knacks then this is your car.
Major drawback of this car is touchscreen position, as it is placed downside, it's very difficult for driver to use it while driving. Secondly, instead of traditional hand rest, a glove box can be provided. Spare wheel can be placed inside car at boot area.
Naturally aspirated Engines are more maintenance friendy. Turbo charged engines need more maintenance as oil changes need to done professionally at the dealership.
blessindia1 the difference is not much in cost around 500-1000 bucks but you also get much better performance and better mileage in highways in turbo petrol
I wanted a reliable car (with higher ground clearance) in Rs 15 lakhs budget. Duster was the call of the heart due to it’s performance of the 110PS engine in the past. But, the preference was on reliability. And duster killed the 110PS engine in the past with it’s fuel injector issues and higher cost of ownership in servicing. Then I opted for Ecosport Diesel (Titanium plus) with a heavy heart. These are the story of 2 and half years back. I always loved Duster and still I love. So, I watch it’s review every time it comes. I appeal Renault to upgrade this car as per the customer needs. Besides, a BS6 Diesel engine like the previous 110PS with reliable other mechanical parts could have been a strong plus point for Duster all the time.
RENUKA its a great Review! But i was expecting the review of the Manual. I mean who reviews a Duster in CVT? CVT gearboxes are known for the rubberband effect. I just wanted your prespective on the clutch side of this so called Best in class engine power (156). 👍Otherwise loved the way you reivew❤️
i had renault captur platine diesel model . i think same music system . its has really good audio quality . Now i had got used to music controles . i have driven creta diesel .its really very very easy car to drive . But capture its complicated . but ok. want's for city go for creta .
While the review covers all points but I don't get why would you review the CVT vs the MT. A turbo petrol AT will never do justice. I'd love to compare the figures on the turbo MT to the Koreans in real world. Also the weight at slow speeds in the steering is why it's also more weighty and accurate on windy and moon like crater roads of our country. Anyways I did enjoy the snapshot review . Thank you
I think the least they could do was atleast try and liven up the interiors. The main grouse of the Duster has always been the interiors. While i feel the exteriors with the last updated and this shade of blue still makes it look good, but I am wonder which blessed person sanctioned those brown fabric seats? That with the contrast patches on it looks straight out of 90s ambassador taxis. Add to that a shiny hard plastic dash and the 90s design, it really doesnt help. But if I was in the market for a turbo petrol SUV, I would still buy it. It may not be a hardcore off roader but it still has the SUV bits that the koreans cant match. Yes they have a fancy features, but to me the Duster, as rudimentary that it might be, appeals alot more to me. Only thing is I would choose the MT over the CVT. Hopefully we will get to see a MT review may be atleast as a comparo.
I own 1.3 Rxz Cvt & believe me, it is the fastest & smoothest ride one can get his hands on. In case, you’re looking for a package offering power on tap, road-presence, plush ride/handling with a topping of regular safety & comfort features, this is it. Sadly, with Renault pulling the plug out of Duster brand this month citing low sales, has given owners like me an opportunity to be a part of an elite club, who have had been lucky to enjoy an engine codeveloped with Merc(Daimler Chrysler) & doing duty in some of its range of products which cost north of 40 lacs INR.
Duster is one of the best suv with this engine it is even better, only downside is the interiors and the instrumentation. Interiors and instrumentation makes this car out dated (10 year old).
You cannot expect a CVT to be as firebreathing as that of a DCT...Simple!! Moreover mam, you should highlight that the manual duster is a significantly more poweful on paper & as well as on road than its korean opponents.
Yes all CVT from Renault Nissan are JATCO. There has been reliability issues especially with more than 150k km which lot of cars run in US compared to India. Most of the models for 2013-2017 I hope now they are reliable. Meanwhile I own Nissan Altima 2019 with same JATCO CVT 🙁
Duster is one of the top models in past ..But now so many suv's are sailing top the market .. Renault should upgrade the outer look and interior to bang the market again ..
This car has so much potential.... Only if Renault could update duster a little... Especially from interior, it can easily compete with current lineup of Nexon, Creta, Seltos...
Yes the duster is a very good practical SUV. It looks good, the performance is good even the handling is impressive , but the interior could have been updated. Even smaller compact SUVs like hyundai venue, kia sonet Gives better features and has very beautiful, modern looking interiors. So if renault gives a better looking interior to the duster just like its competition the hyundai creta and kia seltos then its will be a great.
This is a great car. I bought duster CVT in 2018 and I still enjoy the drive. Renault introduced compact SUV segment in India with Duster. To rewrite the success story again, Renault should focus on upgrading the design and features. Compact SUV segment has become the most lucrative market for first time car buyers and there is already so many options available n this segment now.
Based on info in this video, appears renault is selling the 1.5 ltr petrol as well. Will you / your team be able to compare the on road driving characteristics of the 1.3 turbo with that of 1.5?
I went to buy one and then I found these; 1. It has a black and silver dash and brown and blue seats. I wonder which Paris designer did Renault hire ! 2. It takes you a proper while to move your vision from the road to the infotainment screen and back. I think I need to make a stop to do anything I want to do on the screen. 3. The front row seats are from the 90s. Actually! 4. I found the clutch to be way too light. I thought it may be because of me being used to a Ford diesel clutch. So I asked the showroom to give me their best driver for a 0 - 100 sprint. Every time he changed gear, there still was a jerk. Your latest crush may not like it. 5. Then finally the showroom said ARAI mileage figures are 15 kmpl. That in reality means about 11 kmpl. I get 18 kmpl from my diesel Ford. I am just not used to this! 6. It did have a good ride. But let's not talk about the handling! Verdict - Buy it only if you are nostalgic about the 90s!
Duster's fate is that of Moto G. The first gen was so good that it blew people's mind off so much that it single handedly started a new segment war. But as time passed, both Motorola and Renault got so carried away with hype they didn't pay attention to actually updating them with time, thus losing market to new competitors with better features
renault, plzz make the duster costly but upgrade it plzz bring the nxt gen btw owning the duster 2013 performs amazing but missing some features for 13lacs
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Duster was such a good car but renault messed it up by not updating it and not launching next gen model. It is outdated as hell.
Yes I agree. No AWD also
They've launched in rest of the world but India...
If Renault had updated all features with maintaining the same SUV DNA ,its price would have been far away from Indian customer ..
Like polo
"Hell" is never outdated, sir! The devil is watching you!
I have been using the duster for the past five years now and it’s as good as when I bought it..... the ride quality is amazing ... your can drive for hours and hours non stop without feeling tired .... yes it lacks in features for sure but for that you simply can’t compromise on ride quality and comfort which the others lack .... if anyone wants to buy a car then one can surely go for it
It makes me sad...how renault killed duster in India when it had so much potential
Because of our stupid tax system no company can survive but cheap and worst car makers
This car is screaming for a total upgrade
Car are not living beings...So Only they can't scream
My guess is as usual, the new model is more expensive, might come to india next year when/if they find ways to make it cheaper.
Just like the classic jeep.. Duster is the similar icon of modern times.. That classic shape won't die down, and interiors are meant for an offroader,I repeat offroader,just functional and bare bones, not for shopping with wife and kids...thums up for duster.
Engine is potent but the car is too long in the tooth now! Need the new duster in India soon.
Also their service is very bad my duster spent more time in the centre than in my house for about 2years
Test drove it and I freaking love it (rxz manual 1.3) . Push the pedal to the metal and it pushes you back in your seat plus it sounds so good. Took it over some bad roads and potholes and you won't feel uncomfortable at all. Also the steering is not heavy at all unless you're coming from an electrical power assisted steering wheel. Duster's got a hydraulic steering wheel it gives you confidence on higher speeds so plus point. Sure the interior looks outdated which is noticeable when you sit in creta or seltos but this car is beyond those two.
When Duster RXZ(manual of course. Nobody will buy cvt) is compared with same price Seltos or Creta, duster is definitely definitely a good package. Basically it comes down to the matter of how much money you want to spend and what trade off you are willing to make.
Renault will be hot property in 2021 .. Alonso coming back to f1 🔥
Still One of the car where 5 people can sit comfortably unlike Venue and Sonet...
Really disappointed by Sonet backseat..
Cancelled my Sonet booking...
hahaha cancelled Sonet toy model?
Can you plz explain How is the backseat of sonet??
Well the sonet's road presence isn't that great .and it's rear looks very ugly.
Good call
Duster is the real compact SUV, having characteristic of SUV
The best Reviewer on you tube who doesn't blabber like others talking much about features and looks , but on driveability and the real technical aspects related to the engine and performance, ride, steering feedback, suspension, cornering, road manners etc.
Superb !
1.5 NA engine MT has better response than turbo...I booked one recently as this beast is unmatched when it comes to cabin silence and suspension....better than kushaq and taigun
The Interiors looks so much dated. Looks late 2000ish. The position of Touch screen is too low for practical use.
DREAM CAR. 10 MORE YEARS.. AND I AM GOING TO HAVE IT ❤️😊
Come on Renault..... upgrade your interiors. That's where the owner is present most of the time.
The duster is originally part of the Dacia brand in Europe, which is the barebones economical subsidiary brand of Renault
Why are you comparing the CVT s with the Corean DCTs.......Do the performance comparisons with Manual transmissions..... Turbo petrol with stick-shift would be far better than CVTs...
Automatic vs automatic in the same segment. What's wrong with that?
@@zenjm6496 17 lakh vs 13 lakh???? Don't you see?
@@zenjm6496 if you know what DCT and CVT are.....CVT is not at all comparable with DCT/DSG
@@zenjm6496 The price difference of the automatics being compared! Even the CVT's on Kia's and Hyundai's are more expensive for that matter. So this aint a proper comparison.
Duster was the first one to set trend of compact suv in India and was my fvrt of all !
Even today in exterior design it's my personal fvrt !
Suv mainly depends on the dynamics of the car, still it's width and length is more than creta and seltos. Duster can taken into any roads due to its approach angle(raised front bumper) and 205mm ground clearnce compared to creta and seltos. Duster had 4x4 model which has same dynamics .
1.3 turbo in duster without a.w.d is very disappointing....still waiting for it to come in 2021...what do you think..
Same here waiting for the AWD.
No 4wd/Awd now Suv
Awd demand on the internet , no buyers in reality. That's why most manufacturers stay away from providing awd apart from pure offroaders
I simply adore her .. from day one she is been so precise and clear which makes her special always ...
Please include NCAP safety ratings along with videos....
2:15 thats great result inspite of having cvt. It would have probably defeated the other 2 in 0-60 if it had dct.
would have.. could have.. that's the difference
Comparing cvt (duster ) to dct (kia )
CVTs suck. The Manual duster Turbo is Awesome
Duster really need an update in terms of interiors.. who will use that steering column mounted controls! I remember Ford figo also had updates similar to this..
Just look at the price Renault is offering the solid drive quality,handling ,the suspension setup which all are must for a SUV
Old dusters are still badass compared to the new one
MAJO videos i own 2013 model 110ps . It’s a beast .
The selection of location itself shows the capability of Duster. Bdw they really need to work alot on interior quality
Complaining about the interior quality in a Dacia(Renault for india) Duster is like complaining about boot space in a Ferrari.
This manual turbo engine is a beauty test drove it handling and drive is fantastic, the interiors definitely needs a big refresh, if you are looking at the drive dynamics without the knick knacks then this is your car.
Hello..Is Nexon BS6 AMT is a good buy? What is your suggestion.
This is an extremely underrated car. It has lost its previous sales figure but nothing of its goodies.
What's the safety rating for this model? Will the new Logan launch here?
Renault should really step up the game. The rivals are offering way lot more in the segment.
Only drawback of this vehicle is its interior..dont know what stopping Renault from upgrading the interiors..
Money
Compare the comfort section with nexon pls.....on bad roads...
Major drawback of this car is touchscreen position, as it is placed downside, it's very difficult for driver to use it while driving. Secondly, instead of traditional hand rest, a glove box can be provided. Spare wheel can be placed inside car at boot area.
Naturally aspirated Engines are more maintenance friendy. Turbo charged engines need more maintenance as oil changes need to done professionally at the dealership.
blessindia1 the difference is not much in cost around 500-1000 bucks but you also get much better performance and better mileage in highways in turbo petrol
any chance of a facelift in 2021 with changes which are already there in international model like improved infotainment, and better package overall.
I wanted a reliable car (with higher ground clearance) in Rs 15 lakhs budget. Duster was the call of the heart due to it’s performance of the 110PS engine in the past. But, the preference was on reliability. And duster killed the 110PS engine in the past with it’s fuel injector issues and higher cost of ownership in servicing. Then I opted for Ecosport Diesel (Titanium plus) with a heavy heart. These are the story of 2 and half years back. I always loved Duster and still I love. So, I watch it’s review every time it comes. I appeal Renault to upgrade this car as per the customer needs. Besides, a BS6 Diesel engine like the previous 110PS with reliable other mechanical parts could have been a strong plus point for Duster all the time.
Renuka ji which is the best Duster or XUV300
it trails because you are driving a CVT and comparing with DCT, drive a manual and compare.
RENUKA its a great Review! But i was expecting the review of the Manual. I mean who reviews a Duster in CVT? CVT gearboxes are known for the rubberband effect. I just wanted your prespective on the clutch side of this so called Best in class engine power (156). 👍Otherwise loved the way you reivew❤️
Rubber band effect is very less in this new cvt
Heavy clutch is the sore point of Renault Duster
CVT rubberband will be only with less powerful engine eg Baleno CVT has rubberband because of 85hp
Brought a used duster awd in mint condition and fresh odo can't get anything better
Congratulations for your new ride !! Is it petrol or diesel ? Heard duster clutch is hard, not sure in petrol or diesel. Anything you noticed ?
Why no one is reviewing Kicks CVT? It was launched earlier? Which one you would suggest between 2 why
i had renault captur platine diesel model . i think same music system . its has really good audio quality . Now i had got used to music controles . i have driven creta diesel .its really very very easy car to drive . But capture its complicated . but ok. want's for city go for creta .
Should I consider this instead of Kia Sonet, since the price category is same
This car needs a total change .. it's very outdated now ..btw nice review and nice visual scenes especially the greenery ❤️
all Renuka kirpalani reviews are excellent ..👏👌
The best car review channel. Wish it grow more and more😍😍😍
While the review covers all points but I don't get why would you review the CVT vs the MT.
A turbo petrol AT will never do justice. I'd love to compare the figures on the turbo MT to the Koreans in real world. Also the weight at slow speeds in the steering is why it's also more weighty and accurate on windy and moon like crater roads of our country.
Anyways I did enjoy the snapshot review . Thank you
We need the diesel 1.5 back in next gen duster.
I think the least they could do was atleast try and liven up the interiors. The main grouse of the Duster has always been the interiors. While i feel the exteriors with the last updated and this shade of blue still makes it look good, but I am wonder which blessed person sanctioned those brown fabric seats? That with the contrast patches on it looks straight out of 90s ambassador taxis. Add to that a shiny hard plastic dash and the 90s design, it really doesnt help. But if I was in the market for a turbo petrol SUV, I would still buy it. It may not be a hardcore off roader but it still has the SUV bits that the koreans cant match. Yes they have a fancy features, but to me the Duster, as rudimentary that it might be, appeals alot more to me. Only thing is I would choose the MT over the CVT.
Hopefully we will get to see a MT review may be atleast as a comparo.
More than 60% of the sales of Duster was that of diesel engined ,I don't understand the logic behind discontinuing a best selling model
is duster still has the AWD option or renault already removes it.
The Koreans can be called rivals rather than being called as cousins 😂
Korean cousins means creta and seltos
kia and hyundai are cousins
Is there a 4x4 coming in duster turbo???
Please review the Nissan Kicks Turbo CVT as well
Is it comes with All wheel drive?
I own 1.3 Rxz Cvt & believe me, it is the fastest & smoothest ride one can get his hands on. In case, you’re looking for a package offering power on tap, road-presence, plush ride/handling with a topping of regular safety & comfort features, this is it. Sadly, with Renault pulling the plug out of Duster brand this month citing low sales, has given owners like me an opportunity to be a part of an elite club, who have had been lucky to enjoy an engine codeveloped with Merc(Daimler Chrysler) & doing duty in some of its range of products which cost north of 40 lacs INR.
Duster is one of the best suv with this engine it is even better, only downside is the interiors and the instrumentation. Interiors and instrumentation makes this car out dated (10 year old).
You cannot expect a CVT to be as firebreathing as that of a DCT...Simple!! Moreover mam, you should highlight that the manual duster is a significantly more poweful on paper & as well as on road than its korean opponents.
what place is this? where have you shot please
Does it have the infamous JATCO CVT? One that single handedly destroyed Nissan in US and European market
Yes all CVT from Renault Nissan are JATCO. There has been reliability issues especially with more than 150k km which lot of cars run in US compared to India. Most of the models for 2013-2017 I hope now they are reliable. Meanwhile I own Nissan Altima 2019 with same JATCO CVT 🙁
Loved it❤️❤️ but...CVT☹️
Wanted Manual
When 3rd gen will come??
I want to buy it but interior changed my mind
Go buy it brother
Interior never stays same
The thing which matters is reliability and cost of maintenance
Excellent narration and unbiased view expressed
Which are the competeter of duster
Duster is one of the top models in past ..But now so many suv's are sailing top the market .. Renault should upgrade the outer look and interior to bang the market again ..
The renault again come with a diesel engine... Most of people in that segment like to buy diesel car I think....
Its a real suv... I will trade anything in this world for that kind of ride quality...
Solid car...no car beat this duster..in this category
This car has so much potential.... Only if Renault could update duster a little... Especially from interior, it can easily compete with current lineup of Nexon, Creta, Seltos...
Will Tata Motors launch HEXA BS6 for consumers.....???
Yes
Yes I think in a new 'Safari' edition based on The iconic Safari in 2021 or late 2020
Loved it ❤
does it still come with 4x4 ?
Whats the difference for the first Automatic varient over its korean rivals?
Yes the duster is a very good practical SUV. It looks good, the performance is good even the handling is impressive , but the interior could have been updated. Even smaller compact SUVs like hyundai venue, kia sonet Gives better features and has very beautiful, modern looking interiors. So if renault gives a better looking interior to the duster just like its competition the hyundai creta and kia seltos then its will be a great.
This is a great car. I bought duster CVT in 2018 and I still enjoy the drive. Renault introduced compact SUV segment in India with Duster. To rewrite the success story again, Renault should focus on upgrading the design and features. Compact SUV segment has become the most lucrative market for first time car buyers and there is already so many options available n this segment now.
Based on info in this video, appears renault is selling the 1.5 ltr petrol as well. Will you / your team be able to compare the on road driving characteristics of the 1.3 turbo with that of 1.5?
Duster was the leader few years back but it has lost the game in the SUV market in recent years. ❤️🔥
I went to buy one and then I found these;
1. It has a black and silver dash and brown and blue seats. I wonder which Paris designer did Renault hire !
2. It takes you a proper while to move your vision from the road to the infotainment screen and back. I think I need to make a stop to do anything I want to do on the screen.
3. The front row seats are from the 90s. Actually!
4. I found the clutch to be way too light. I thought it may be because of me being used to a Ford diesel clutch. So I asked the showroom to give me their best driver for a 0 - 100 sprint. Every time he changed gear, there still was a jerk. Your latest crush may not like it.
5. Then finally the showroom said ARAI mileage figures are 15 kmpl. That in reality means about 11 kmpl. I get 18 kmpl from my diesel Ford. I am just not used to this!
6. It did have a good ride. But let's not talk about the handling!
Verdict - Buy it only if you are nostalgic about the 90s!
I'm already a fan of duster😍😘😍😍😍
I love your reviews 👍👍
It was a gem for Renault and gave the company identity in India but they didn't do justice to it atall and now it's very much dated.
Didn't mention about the performance of the CVT
Is an AWD Duster coming
What's the NCAP safety rating ??
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Thanks madam i really like your honest reviews, just curious why isn't anyone doing a review on Kicks CVT is out in the market earlier than Duster CVT
Renault has been selling the Duster with this stale design in India for years.Time for them to bring the European Dacia facelift to India
Duster's fate is that of Moto G. The first gen was so good that it blew people's mind off so much that it single handedly started a new segment war. But as time passed, both Motorola and Renault got so carried away with hype they didn't pay attention to actually updating them with time, thus losing market to new competitors with better features
Please review Nissan Kicks CVT and maybe a comparison of duster cvt and Kicks Cvt also..
renault, plzz make the duster costly but upgrade it plzz bring the nxt gen btw owning the duster 2013 performs amazing but missing some features for 13lacs
How can duster trail behind its korean compitators when it got more power and torque than them?
If the put this engine into a creta now that would be really good
Ha अपनी कर को खुद असेंबल करने का ऑप्शन होना चाए, जस्ट like PC
Where is hell is creta in front of Duster🤔
Duster is the real trendsetter.
No comparison of creta with duster😏
Shoot location?
I just think the music system should be a bit up in the console. At the place of a.c. wents!!!!
Nice info. Nice video.
Please do a 2020Duster vs 2020Nexon petrol comparison vid🙏🏻
Saltos Diesel Automatic vs Creta Diesel Automatic top end's please.
I always love heavy steering, gives me so much confidence. SUV s should get a bit heavy steering...
Fuel efficiency ?
95 km/ltr... cheers
more fuel efficient than Hero Splendor bike
I think 10-12 km