Delhi Auto Expo 2012: Renault showcase plans

After the recent launches in the form of the D-segment Fluence and the Koleos SUV, Renault also unveiled its small car for the Indian market, the Pulse back in October. But now with the Delhi Auto Expo 2012 just round the corner, the company is all set to launch their compact SUV, the Duster showing great resolve in sticking to its strategy for India. 

The Duster, which Renault will launch in India is an SUV that was originally developed by Renault’s Romanian subsidiary, Dacia. The expected price for India will range between Rs. 7 to 9 lakh. 

The Duster will face strong competition from Mahindra Scorpio which has been priced at Rs. 7.59 to 12.40 lakh and Tata Motors Sumo Grande at Rs. 7.30 to 8.39 lakh. 

Talking about the small entrant from Renault which was based on the same platform as the Nissan Micra, the Pulse will be another attraction to look at. The Pulse will come with 1.5-litre dCi engine; the same mill that was seen previously on the Micra, Fluence and Nissan's Sunny sedan. The company is expected to unveil the pricing of the Pulse at the Expo. 

From the present line-up Renault Fluence and Koleos will also be a part of Renault’s showcase. 

For the record, Renault entered the Indian market in 2005 when it signed a partnership with Mahindra & Mahindra. In April 2010, this partnership was restructured and the company has a new joint venture as ‘Renault-Nissan Alliance’. 

Expected price range:  Renault Duster: Rs. 7 to 9 lakh 

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*Ex-showroom Delhi Prices