Renault Duster has officially earned a 5-star safety rating in the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (BNCAP), making it one of the safest midsize SUVs in its segment. The popular SUV impressed in both adult and child occupant protection tests, with the rating applicable across all variants.
This achievement strengthens the Duster’s position in the Indian SUV market, where safety is becoming a top priority for buyers.
Renault Duster BNCAP Crash Test Scores
The new-generation Renault Duster received:
- Adult Occupant Protection (AOP): 30.49 out of 32 points
- Child Occupant Protection (COP): 45 out of 49 points
BNCAP tested the Evolution, Techno and Iconic 1.3 Turbo variants, and the final rating applies to the complete lineup.
Adult Occupant Protection Results
The Renault Duster performed strongly in adult safety tests.
Frontal Offset Deformable Barrier Test
- Score: 14.49 out of 16 points
The SUV offered:
- Good protection for the driver’s head, neck, pelvis and thighs
- Adequate protection for the chest and tibia areas
For the front passenger, protection levels were rated good overall, including chest and lower-leg safety.
Side Impact Protection Test
- Side Movable Barrier Test: 16 out of 16 points
The Duster achieved full marks in side impact protection, showing excellent structural strength and occupant safety.
Side Pole Impact Test
- Rated OK
This indicates a satisfactory level of protection during severe side collisions.
Child Occupant Protection Results
The Renault Duster also scored highly in child safety assessments.
Child Safety Breakdown
- Dynamic Score: 24/24
- CRS Installation Score: 12/12
- Vehicle Assessment Score: 9/13
The tests used rearward-facing child dummies representing:
- 18-month-old child
- 3-year-old child
Both child seats delivered maximum protection in frontal and side crash scenarios.
Only the outer rear seats get ISOFIX child-seat anchor points.
Renault Duster Safety Features
All variants of the Renault Duster come equipped with key safety technologies, including:
- 6 Airbags
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- Hill Hold Assist
- Hill Descent Control
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Three-point seatbelts for all passengers
- ISOFIX child seat mounts
Top Variant ADAS Features
Higher trims also offer advanced driver assistance systems such as:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Lane Keep Assist
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Collision Warning System
Renault Duster Price in India
The Renault Duster is priced between ₹10.49 lakh and ₹18.49 lakh (ex-showroom). Buyers opting for dual-tone colour schemes need to pay an additional ₹20,000.
Renault Duster Rivals in India
The Renault Duster competes with several popular midsize SUVs, including:
Hyundai Creta
Kia Seltos
Honda Elevate
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
Tata Sierra
Volkswagen Taigun
Final Verdict
With a 5-star BNCAP rating, premium features, ADAS tech and competitive pricing, the Renault Duster has become a serious contender in India’s midsize SUV segment. Buyers looking for a safe family SUV with modern technology now have another strong option to consider.