Disappointing Ownership Experience with the New Renault Duster
Within a very 3 months period of owning my new Renault Duster, I have faced multiple issues, including repeated “Check Braking System” warnings, brake-related component replacements, poor AC cooling, AC compressor replacement during PDI, multimedia/touchscreen issues, brake noise, reverse-camera quality concerns and other fit-and-finish issues. The vehicle has also spent around 25 days at the service centre during my first 106 days of ownership.
My biggest concern is that some of these are safety-related issues, particularly the repeated braking-system warning. I expected much better reliabili
Solid rugged and skill king of bad road
I did a short drive of the Renault Duster and it still feels very solid. The suspension is fantastic on rough roads, you don't feel the potholes at all. The engine has good punch and the ground clearance is excellent. Steering is light in city and stable on highway. Cabin is spacious and practical, though interiors look a bit dated. Overall a very reliable and tough SUV for Indian roads.
Driver's car
A stylish, rugged and genuinely capable SUV with excellent ride quality, strong performance, good handling, great road presence and also with good fuel efficiency.
For those who love to drive, this one’s for you.
My advice
Duster Evolution 1.3 L Manual. Please, this model should have disc brakes at the rear as well. If this shortcoming is addressed, then I will buy it, which I am waiting for.
