RENAULT Australia has confirmed additional particulars of its Duster compact SUV forward of the mannequin’s arrival in native dealerships in the direction of the top of subsequent month (July).
With inventory starting to reach, the two- and all-wheel drive Duster vary will supply what Renault says is a brand new degree of ruggedness and practicality for the phase and might be out there with a variety of equipment.
“Not like many different autos within the small SUV phase, the Renault Duster has a degree of real off-road means for many who wish to escape the city jungle,” mentioned Renault Australia basic supervisor Glen Sealey.
“That’s why we’re working with Renault France and native accent specialists to supply a variety of choices, so prospects can get probably the most out of their new Renault Duster.
“Buyer demand for utes and four-wheel-drives in Australia is off the charts, however the brand new Renault Duster additionally displays the Australian life-style.
“It’s perfect for city use but has the power to unlock a weekend escape.
“Whether or not prospects select the 4×2 or 4×4 model, the opposite benefit of the Renault Duster’s tall suspension is the consolation it delivers over bumps and thumps on suburban roads.”
As beforehand introduced, the brand new Renault Duster might be out there in Australia with a selection of two petrol engines, a turbocharged 1.3-litre four-cylinder petrol sending 113kW/250Nm to the entrance wheels by way of an automated transmission, or a turbocharged 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol delicate hybrid with 96kW/230Nm, a guide transmission, and all-wheel drive.
Two mannequin grades might be supplied, with a selection of seven physique colors.
Costs and detailed specs for the Renault Duster line-up might be introduced nearer to native showroom arrivals, nevertheless sellers at the moment are taking expressions of curiosity from prospects who want to pre-order.
“Demand for this automobile in Europe may be very robust, so Australia will obtain an preliminary allocation earlier than shipments ramp up subsequent 12 months,” added Mr Sealey.
“We ordered as many vehicles as we may this 12 months, and we at the moment are working carefully with the manufacturing unit to enhance our allocation shifting ahead.”
Early specification particulars point out the Duster will supply 212mm of floor clearance, and can measure 4345mm in size, 1813mm in width, 1650mm in peak, and 2657mm in wheelbase.
Gear highlights embody Y-shaped DRLs, a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, 10.1-inch infotainment array, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, and, on all-wheel drive fashions, a five-mode drive selector and hill descent management.
Obtainable superior driver help aids embody autonomous emergency braking, blind spot warning, driver consideration alert, lane-keeping help, rear- or multi-view cameras (grade dependant), and site visitors signal recognition.
