The Duster is based heavily on the Logan platform that is one of
Renault’s highest selling sedans built especially for the developing
countries. Those who are familiar with the Logan will instantly notice a
lot of shared components in the interior. The entire instrumentation
cluster and bits of the dashboard come from the same parts bin and that
is a key factor in enabling Renault to price the Duster so
competitively.
The Duster is available with a 4×2 and a 4×4
drivetrain. Both share the same 2-litre petrol engine that produces
135bhp at 5,500rpm and 195Nm of torque at 3,750rpm. The 4×2 variant gets
a 4-speed automatic gearbox whereas the 4×4 gets a 6-speed manual. The
4×4 variant, priced at AED 64,500 is available on order and comes as a
SE trim only.
Those looking to buy a 4×4 variant need to know this; it’s not a car that you can go around conquering dunes in. The engine really doesn’t feel capable of hauling this car in demanding situations. The torque is a bit low for a car claiming to be an SUV and it’s best to attempt some loose gravel roads you must take it off road.
The basic PE version gets fabric seats, front power windows and a drivers side airbag. 16-inch pressed steel wheels and a Bluetooth enabled stereo is also part of standard equipment. The next level is the SE variant that gets 17-inch alloy wheels, dual front airbags, ABS, all-round power windows, electrically operated mirrors, tilt-adjustable steering wheel and roof rails. The top of the line SE+ variant gets a full leather interior and curtain airbags along with everything offered in the SE variant.
Specifications:
Price:
PE: AED 48,500
SE: AED 56,500
SE+: AED 62,000
SE 4×4: AED 64,500
Engine:
Type: 2-litre 4-cylinder
Max. power: 135bhp @ 5500rpm
Max. torque: 195Nm @ 3750rpm
Transmission
4-speed automatic (4×2)
6-speed manual (4×4)
Those looking to buy a 4×4 variant need to know this; it’s not a car that you can go around conquering dunes in. The engine really doesn’t feel capable of hauling this car in demanding situations. The torque is a bit low for a car claiming to be an SUV and it’s best to attempt some loose gravel roads you must take it off road.
The basic PE version gets fabric seats, front power windows and a drivers side airbag. 16-inch pressed steel wheels and a Bluetooth enabled stereo is also part of standard equipment. The next level is the SE variant that gets 17-inch alloy wheels, dual front airbags, ABS, all-round power windows, electrically operated mirrors, tilt-adjustable steering wheel and roof rails. The top of the line SE+ variant gets a full leather interior and curtain airbags along with everything offered in the SE variant.
Specifications:
Price:
PE: AED 48,500
SE: AED 56,500
SE+: AED 62,000
SE 4×4: AED 64,500
Engine:
Type: 2-litre 4-cylinder
Max. power: 135bhp @ 5500rpm
Max. torque: 195Nm @ 3750rpm
Transmission
4-speed automatic (4×2)
6-speed manual (4×4)
Never Buy French Cars unless and until you have very deep pockets to maintain them. This review comes from a Fleet owner in Dubai who has first hand experience of owning a fleet of Renault, Peugeot and Citroen cars.
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