Renault Duster vs Skoda Kushaq

In 2026 when choosing between the Renault Duster and Skoda Kushaq, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours. Renault Duster Price starts at Rs. 10.49 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Authentic 1.0L Turbo Petrol MT, Skoda Kushaq Price starts at Rs. 10.69 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Classic Plus 1.0 TSI MT. Kushaq: 999 cc engine, 18.72 to 19.66 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.

Duster vs Kushaq Comparison

KEY HIGHLIGHTS	Duster	Kushaq
Brand	Renault	Skoda
Price	₹ 10.49 Lakhs	₹ 10.69 Lakhs
Mileage	-	18.72 to 19.66 kmpl
Engine Capacity	999 cc	999 cc
Transmission	Manual, Automatic	Manual, Automatic
Cylinders	3	3

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Duster

Authentic 1.0L Turbo Petrol MT

₹10.49 Lakhs*

*Ex-showroom price

Kushaq

Classic Plus 1.0 TSI MT

₹10.69 Lakhs*

*Ex-showroom price

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Specification

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
Turbo TCe 100	1.0 TSI

Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
166 Nm @ 2000 rpm	178 Nm @ 1750-4500 rpm

Transmission
Manual - 6 Gears	Manual - 6 Gears

Max Power (bhp@rpm)
99 bhp @ 5000 rpm	114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm

Drivetrain
FWD	FWD

Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2

Engine
999 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline	999 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

Fuel Type
Petrol	Petrol

Dimensions & Weight

Ground Clearance
212 mm	188 mm

Length
4343 mm	4225 mm

Wheelbase
2657 mm	2651 mm

Height
1701 mm	1612 mm

Width
1815 mm	1760 mm

Capacity

No of Seating Rows
2	2 Rows

Seating Capacity
5 Person	5 Person

Features

Mobile Application Features

Anti Theft Immobilisation
Yes	-

Instrumentation

Trip Meter
2 Trips Electronic	Electronic 2 Trips

Tachometer
Digital	Analogue

Gear Indicator
No	Yes

Instrument Cluster
7" TFT with Adjustable Cluster Brightness	Analogue - Digital

Average Speed
Yes	No

Door Ajar Warning
Yes	Yes

Clock
Digital	Digital

Locks & Security

Child Safety Lock
Yes	Yes

Speed Sensing Door Lock
Yes	Yes

Central Locking
Keyless	Remote with Boot Opener

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Power Windows
Front & Rear Power Windows	Front & Rear

Adjustable ORVM
Externally Adjustable	Internally Adjustable

Rain-sensing Wipers
No	No

Rear Defogger
No	No

Boot-lid Opener
Manual	Electric Tailgate Release

Rear Wiper
No	No

Storage

Cup Holders
Cupholders in Front Only	Front Only

Entertainment, Information & Communication

AM/FM Radio
No	Yes

Steering mounted controls
Yes	Yes

Wireless Charger
No	No

Smart Connectivity
No	Android Auto (Wired), Apple Car Play (Wired)

Bluetooth Compatibility
No	Phone & Audio Streaming

Safety

Seat Belt Warning
Yes	Yes

Braking & Traction

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes	Yes

Differential Lock
Yes	Electronic

Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Yes	Yes

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Yes	Yes

Hill Hold Control
Yes	No

Hill Descent Control
No	No

Brake Assist (BA)
Yes	No

Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Yes	Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Split Rear Seat
60:40:00	No

Driver Seat Adjustment
6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)

Split Third Row Seat
No	No

Seat Upholstery
Fabric	Fabric

Folding Rear Seat
Flat	No

Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)

Driver Armrest
Yes	Yes

Price (On-Road BreakUp)

On-Road Price
₹12,00,182	₹12,21,767

Ex-Showroom Price
₹10,49,000	₹10,69,000

RTO
₹1,04,900	₹1,06,900

Insurance
₹45,782	₹45,367

Accessories Charges
₹0	₹0

FastTag Charges
₹500	₹500

Other Charges
₹0	₹0

EMI

₹25,796

₹26,260

Expert Rating

Pros and Cons

Pros

Great Performance

Sturdy Build

Cons

Brake performance

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