The Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 uses a unique powertrain combination, which comprises a 1.8L petrol engine, 2 electric motors and a 1.4 kWh battery
Renault Duster Strong Hybrid has finally been launched in the Indian market. It will be available in three variants namely Evolution Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160, Techno Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160, and Emotion Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 at price points of Rs. 16.99 lakh, Rs. 18.99 lakh, and Rs. 19.49 lakh, respectively. All the prices mentioned before are ex-showroom. The strong hybrid SUV can be booked at all the company authorized dealerships across India while interested buyers can also place their orders at the brand’s official website in India.
First things first, Renault Duster Strong Hybrid is offered with a 1.8L petrol engine, 2 electric motors and a 1.4 kWh battery. This powertrain returns a maximum power output of 157.8 bhp and peak torque of 208 Nm. This strong hybrid setup is paired with a F1-inspired multi-mode automatic gearbox which has 2 electric and 4 petrol gears. The Duster strong hybrid is claimed to deliver a staggering mileage of 29 kmpl, with up to 80 percent of city driving in pure EV mode.
The French brand claims that the strong hybrid SUV is capable of doing 0- 100 km/h in merely 9.61 secs. It can cover a distance of up to 1400 km without the need of refueling. The buyers can have up to 29 percent fuel savings as compared to traditional diesel SUVs. The 1.8 kWh lithium-ion battery pack comes with a standard warranty of 8 years/ 1.60 lakh km.
| Variants | Ex-Showroom Price |
| Evolution Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 | Rs. 16,99,000 |
| Techno Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 | Rs. 18,99,000 |
| Emotion Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160 | Rs. 19,49,000 |
The strong hybrid SUV also gets an E-Save mode which preserves battery energy for later use, and an advanced regenerative braking system that helps recover energy during deceleration. Most importantly, the battery recharges automatically while driving and during deceleration. A special mention goes to the first-in-segment battery cooling solution.
Developed through Renault Group’s extensive experience in electric mobility and motorsports, ETech combines the advantages of electric driving with the convenience of a petrol-powered vehicle, without requiring external charging infrastructure. It is backed by more than 200 patents, covering power management, transmission architecture, energy recovery and hybrid control strategies.
Design-wise, the strong hybrid SUV flaunts an illuminated ‘DUSTER’ logo integrated into the front grille. The cabin is finished in a new dune brown leatherette set upholstery with front ventilation & 6-way power adjustable seats available with the range-topping Emotion variant. Further, the Techno variant gets new desert beige semi-leatherette upholstery with the latest headrest design.