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Distinguished - BHPian ![]() ![]() | ![]() Its a wonderful time now to push for more offers and discounts on the pre-facelift model which is suddenly a VFM product now compared to the others in the segment. Since feature & mechanicals are pretty much the same and its only the "looks" that have been revamped, older model stocks are going to be a steal deal for sure. |
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I haven't even gone into the whole AWD scenario where there is absolutely no competition to the Duster for a whole two segments. ![]() It's actually the other OEMs that are complacent about the USPs of the Duster and their refusal to do anything about it that has resulted in a 8 year old model having no competition. | |
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For somebody who necessarily wants an SUV with AWD, a budget of about 12-13L, a single car in the family, I suppose Duster is the only option. But Such people are very few. | |
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Duster was a strong contender while I was zeroing on a cross-over or sedan option. True - AMT has no business in cars costing around 15mils but then what other options do you have in that budget!? As for me - I ended up with a sedan as there were no suitable options available in the price range [<15mil , Diesel , Automatic transmission] | |
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| ![]() Let's compare Duster sales numbers with some of its competitors (in the same price range) in May 2019: Ecosport 3604; Vitara Brezza 8781; XUV300 5113; Nexon 4506. Duster sold only 672 copies in May 19. Last few months it's in the similar sales numbers except Dec 2018 when year-end discounts would have pushed sales to 1200+. In May 2013, Duster sold 5146 copies and used to be in the top 20 cars sold by volumes list. Will the facelift boost the sales numbers? IMO it will not have any major impact. Agree that if somebody can discount the interiors and features than it's a size bigger than it's competitors. |
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| ![]() Renault should have launched the next generation model here. I even expected the rumours to be true and that they will launch it this year. Sadly, they didn't. Ride quality has been something which duster impressed me. But, one problem which I personally found in the Duster/ Terrano ever since their launch was the interiors. Not just the rough plastics, but it never felt good enough for a car costing nearly 13-15L. Renault could have at least improved the dashboard like Honda did with the old Amaze. |
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I have mentioned this earlier as well, I love what Hyundai did with the Creta and Bajaj did with the Pulsar. They knew they had blockbusters in their hands and instead of getting complacent, they were proactive in updating these products to keep it relevant and fresh. That ensured these products are still selling like hot cakes! Why couldn't Renault keep updating the Duster regularly when it had first mover's advantage in this segment, is just beyond me! ![]() | |
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My dad drives a Duster and I own a Creta. And I can tell you that the the only thing that the Duster is probably better at is driving over bad roads. And thats pretty much about it. My dad bought the 85ps variant with decent kit for about 11 lakhs, 3-4 years ago. I bought my 1.6 diesel Creta with much more equipment at about 15 lakhs last year. When my Dad drove my Creta, he seemed to think that the Creta is leaps and bounds ahead of the Duster in most ways. Sure, the price difference is much higher now, especially after the face lift of the Creta and the on going discounts on the Duster. However, just as a car to car comparison, the Duster feels a decade behind. The ergonomics, plastic quality just do not feel like they belong to 2019. | |
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| ![]() Disappointed to the core. I believe this supposed "all new duster" is more a refreshed version/face lift. The body shell remains the same with some changes to the interior. Here is the "all new" Duster that we get in the middle east. Last edited by wheeledsoul : 7th July 2019 at 17:45. Reason: correction |
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Distinguished - BHPian ![]() ![]() | ![]() New Renault Duster launched in India; prices between 7.99-12.49 lakhs. ![]() Available in nine trims - Transmission options include CVT for petrol and AMT for diesel - New colour options include Caspian Blue and Mahogany Brown Quote:
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All in all, the Duster AWD is for the ones who love to drive. Creta is great fun in the straight line thanks to its super smooth diesel but show it some bad roads, and corners, it clearly has some shortcomings. The family will like the Creta for its plushness but long distance comfort is better in the Duster. Renault has messy after sales, and that's a big detracting point. Apart from this, the Duster AWD ticks all the right boxes for the enthusiast who's looking for a great all-round 'SUV' that's now very affordable. Cheers, Jay Last edited by JayPrashanth : 8th July 2019 at 13:13. Reason: extra info added | |
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| ![]() It is not clear what features are deleted in RXS (O) versus RxZ. Renault's website is not even updated about the launch, it still says "launching on 8th July". Very poor marketing and preparation by Renault. I feel they missed an opportunity by not making the AWD more affordable, yet at the same time, missing another opportunity in not making it available in the top end RxZ trim. RxS (O) Petrol CVT seems to be a good option for someone looking for a Petrol Automatic under Rs. 10 Lakhs. One positive is that the hideous pinkish red inner door trims in the previous AWD model are gone now! Anyone with access tot he updated brochure, please post here! Last edited by 84.monsoon : 8th July 2019 at 13:28. |
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| ![]() With Seltos in the fray, i have my doubts if people will prefer Duster over Seltos and others. |
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