Renault has confirmed the all-new Duster is heading to Australia in the second half of 2025. Designed to blend everyday practicality with genuine off-road capability, the latest iteration of the Duster is set to carve out a unique position in the small SUV segment, which is mostly made up of crossovers.
The Australian line-up will include both 4×2 and 4×4 variants, each powered by a turbo-petrol engine. Going for the front-wheel-drive model gets you a 1.3-litre four-cylinder engine producing 113kW and 250Nm, paired with an automatic transmission.
Meanwhile, the all-wheel-drive version features a 1.2-litre three-cylinder mild-hybrid generating 96kW and 230Nm, paired with a manual transmission. This will be a unique proposition itself, as manual gearboxes are becoming rarer and rarer. Renault Australia general manager, Glen Sealey, said:
“Duster is right at home in a campground, as it is in the urban jungle. In a segment dominated by city and suburban SUVs, Renault Duster goes where others in the class fear to tread – thanks to its excellent clearance angles and intelligent off-road driving modes.”
Key dimensions for the Duster include a wheelbase of 2657mm, ground clearance of up to 212mm, and a length of 4345mm, while its turning circle measures 10.86m. These figures suggest it will be highly manoeuvrable while still offering the space and capability expected from an SUV in this category. For reference, the current Mitsubishi ASX measures 4365mm long, with a 2670mm wheelbase.
Inside, the 2025 Renault Duster features a modern and practical cabin with a 7.0-inch gauge cluster and a 10.1-inch infotainment touch-screen offering Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. There’s also a multi-view camera system available, and the 4×4 model gets a ‘Drive Mode’ selector with five settings and hill descent control.
Local pricing and final specifications will be announced closer to its launch, but Renault dealers are now accepting expressions of interest from customers.
