2020 Renault Duster 1.3 turbo-petrol | Road Test Review | OVERDRIVE

The first-generation Renault Duster soldiers on in the Indian market with a new 1.3l turbo-petrol engine that makes it the most powerful SUV in the class with an output of 156PS. But does it feel like a 150PS car? Is the best Duster package on offer in India yet? This and much more is answered by Rohit Paradkar in this video. Take a look!

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[rizvi]

This car is a gem to drive . The ride comfort is supremely amazing. Only those are the two pros. Cabin is dated, no fancy features etc . It is a car and anyone who enjoys driving will enjoy this car. I am a proud owner of the manual trim since Nov 2020 . Nothing fancy about it, yet it feels amazing.

[sunnyprasher]

Duster is a no frill SUV, which comes with great drive and great Off roader ride. Still the best in comparison to Creta and Seltos, these cars just only give just fancy features but no fun in driving. Duster is still king on the roads.

[ghefijk]

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 .

[abdulnasirsayyed]

Undoubtedly, the best review available - honest, unbiased and, most importantly, very practical (just like the Duster). Thank you, Sir!

[sankhadeepsaha]

Were you serious when u mentioned "the competition(Creta/Seltos) has better body control" ?? I strongly disagree after driving the new Creta !! Brakes I completely agree should have been upgraded with 150+ hp.

[nachikethpremraj]

There is a way to use CVT while off-roading. Reviewer doesn’t have enough experience with driving CVT off road. Plus there is manual mode on CVT models

[hemangsethia]

No connected tech is acceptable.
It still puts all the basics right including d mileage.
I wud still buy it over korean soft roaders....
And last but not least your point about ....
THE SIZE, THE ROBUSTNESS & THE PRICE says it all.
Be Wise Choose Nice....thanks Rohit

[ramspace]

After so many years, it is still a good looking car. The blue colour bis very suiting.

[akarshvijayan]

One of the most useful videos of Duster 1.3 turbo engine car.

[sujaymulagund]

A very macho suv and looks rugged one where you can throw it anywhere without thinking twice.

[pratikbhumralkar]

Rohit you are the best auto journalist of India. Keep up the good job! Trust me I wait for you reviews after every car launch.

[parthasen]

Nice review.
I have a Diesel Duster AWD
Gem of a Car-tough roboust & Indestructible.
Ride quality is absolutely brilliant 👍
This looks like have a sweet Engine but Renault should have used a bit more tech & creature comforts in this Brilliant Car, the interior looks old.
I’m interested & waiting for the AWD

[pacificsword]

The new engine needed a bit of love with atleast better brakes and suspension if nothing -- if you need to do that aftermarket it destroys the value proposition.

The creature comforts are a miss but not a huge one.

[saketveling]

@rohit paradkar
How do u compare power, smoothness and drivability of renault 1.3 turbo + x tronic CVT with all new honda 2020 1.5 vtec + CVT. What is ur pick of the two?

[Ruchir]

The host seems to have lost some weight. 🤔💪🏻

[EverydayEnglishTipswithAmit]

That Red accent in the front grill is a design flaw. It doesn't adhere to visual hierarchy and looks wierd.

[pramodhb]

One mandatory like for duster.. The True SUV...there r many who crave for a land rover, Range Rover, , , but when u realize a 12 lakh car can do offroading as well.

[catxat]

Your review seems to be biased towards the Korean rivals. The duster till date favours people who enjoy driving and aren’t dependent on modern day gizmos to tell them how to drive

[Kyahai_bhai]

Yes Rohit Paradkar, we see you loosing weight so better performance Looking great .... 👍🏻

Hello OD team, Can you guys please make a comparison video of DUSTER 1.5 and DUSTER 1.3. Most of us want the difference between both and there are very few videos on Duster 1.5 petrol. Also if the price difference of 2 lacs is worth paying extra for the bump in power.