Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Renault Group, has begun 2026 on a strong note, reporting total wholesales of 3,715 units in January 2026. The figure represents a 33.6% year-on-year increase over 2,780 units in January 2025, outpacing overall industry growth for the month.
This growth was supported by steady demand following the recent launches of the Renault Kiger and Renault Triber. Continuing the positive trend seen in the second half of 2025, Renault India recorded strong consumer interest in both models. Together, Triber and Kiger sales rose 45.3% YoY compared to the same period last year.
Commenting on the performance Francisco Hidalgo, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Renault India, said “We have entered 2026 with strong momentum and a clear focus, marking a fresh phase for Renault India. The Kiger and Triber continue to deliver steady results. At the same time, the biggest reveal in the Indian automotive space — the return of the iconic Duster — has generated strong excitement nationwide. We are seeing a sharp rise in enquiries across all touchpoints, further strengthening the confidence we have been building since the second half of 2025. The Duster is back, and Renault’s next chapter in India has clearly begun.”
On January 26, 2026, Renault unveiled the new-generation Duster, featuring an updated design and a rugged SUV identity. This marks the first product introduction in India under Renault International Gameplan 2027.
Developed with a strong India focus, the new Duster includes 90% country-specific elements and is engineered to meet 5-star safety standards. It also offers 14 best/first-in-segment features, including approach and departure angle, the openR link multimedia system with Google built-in, and a 700L boot capacity (up to the roof), among others.
Renault India Private Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Renault SAS, France. The company manufactures vehicles in its Oragadam facility near Chennai, which has an annual capacity of 480,000 units. Renault India’s network includes more than 350 sales locations and over 450 service touchpoints, including 250+ Workshop-on-Wheels units, ensuring accessible support and service nationwide.
