Renault has launched the new Duster AWD (All Wheel Drive) in Goa. The Duster AWD is priced at Rs. 11,89,500 for the RxL variant, and Rs, 12,99,500 for the RxZ variant (Goa ex-showroom). The latest avatar of the Renault Duster comes with revolutionary AWD & i Drive Technology.
The Duster AWD is equipped with i DRIVE technology which comes with shift-by-fly options of 2WD, AUTO & 4WD. Electronic Torque Control (ETC) will ensure intelligent torque distribution to all wheels for high speed high torque balance. Other features include Electronic Stability programme (ESP), Anti-Skid resistance (ASR) and the Hill Start Assist.
The Duster AWD is available with 1.5 dCi THP diesel engine (common rail direct injection) which produces powerful performance of 110 PS@4000 rpm of maximum power and peak torque of 245 NM @1750 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6 speed manual transmission and returns a high fuel efficiency of 19.72 kmpl*, which is most effective in the ECO mode.
The ECO mode helps balance power and fuel efficiency. It assists the driver to drive in optimum gear enabling less fuel consumption by up to 10%. Other driver assist features include optimal gear ratio, cruise control, reverse parking sensors, intelligent electronic stability programme, short turning radius and an approach and departure angle sensor.
On the outside the Duster AWD comes with smoked headlamps, chrome grille, anthracite alloy wheels, electrically adjustable outside mirrors and front fog lamps. On the inside the SUV comes with porty instrument cluster and upholstery, a new improved dashboard, multi-information display panel, rear seat centre armrest, 8-way adjustable driver seat, ample trunk storage space, futuristic navigation consoles – medianav, steering-mounted audio and phone controls, new seat fabric upholstery and a sporty 3-spoke steering wheel amongst others.
The new Renault AWD is available in a palate of 6 exciting colours which include amazon green, pearl galaxy black, pearl supreme white, metallic woodland brown, metallic graphite grey and metallic moonlight silver
Renault has 3 sales outlets in Goa – Panjim, Mapusa and Margoa.
