Renault has
introduced the MediaNav Evolution infotainment system in the Duster. This
7-inch touchscreen unit offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support - a first
for Renault models in India. The old Renault Duster was equipped with the
7-inch MediaNav touchscreen infotainment system featuring GPS navigation. The
7-inch MediaNav Evolution doesn’t seem to offer GPS navigation, but most
customers would probably prefer smartphone integration. The new model is
available in RxE, RxS and RxZ grades, and only the base grade doesn’t include a
touchscreen infotainment system.
The MediaNav
Evolution infotainment system could soon find its way into the Renault Captur,
which sits above the Renault Duster. Reports say that the Renault Kwid and
Lodgy also will feature a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay
and Android Auto support soon. It is safe to assume that the Renault RBC sub-4
metre MPV that will go on sale in the second half of this year will offer
smartphone integration right from the beginning.
The Renault Duster
is available with the 1.5-litre H4K petrol engine that produces 106 PS and 142
Nm of torque as well as the 1.5-litre dCi diesel engine in 85 PS/200 Nm and 110
PS/245 Nm versions. The petrol engine is paired with a 5-speed manual
transmission or a CVT. The 85 PS diesel engine sends drive to the wheels via a
5-speed manual transmission. The 110 PS diesel engine is coupled to a 6-speed
manual transmission or a 6-speed automated manual transmission. An AWD system is
available, but only on selecting the 110 PS diesel engine and the 6-speed
manual transmission.
The updated Renault
Duster’s prices range from INR 7,99,900-13,09,900 (ex-showroom Delhi). The
second generation model is said to reach the Indian shores later this year.
