Nissan Tekton vs Renault Duster (2026)
Nissan Tekton (₹10.49 Lakh – ₹18.59 Lakh) and Renault Duster (₹10.49 Lakh – ₹18.69 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (July 2026).
- Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.10 Lakh of each other).
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Nissan Tekton | Renault Duster |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹10.49 Lakh – ₹18.59 Lakh | ₹10.49 Lakh – ₹18.69 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.0L turbo-petrol (T160) / 1.3L turbo-petrol (T280) | 1.0L turbo-petrol (TCe 100) / 1.3L turbo-petrol (TCe 160) |
| Max power | 160 bhp | 160 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol | Petrol |
| Transmissions | Manual, DCT | Manual, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 17.8-19.4 kmpl (ARAI, powertrain dependent) | 17.75-19.41 kmpl (ARAI, powertrain dependent) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 518 L | 518 L |
Nissan Tekton in short
Launched on 9 July 2026 at introductory ex-showroom prices, the Tekton is Nissan India's long-awaited return to the midsize SUV segment, sharing its platform and turbo-petrol engines with the Renault Duster while squaring up to the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Tata Curvv. It leads the class on outright practicality with a segment-best 518-litre boot and arrives with a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, six standard airbags and Level 2 ADAS on higher trims. The Patrol-inspired styling and a 12-variant lineup spanning Rs 10.49 lakh to Rs 18.59 lakh give it unusually broad coverage of the segment.
Full Tektonprices & variants →Renault Duster in short
The Duster is back — the nameplate that created India's midsize SUV segment returned in 2026 on the Renault-Nissan CMF-B platform it shares with the Nissan Tekton, with butch third-generation styling, a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and six standard airbags. There is no diesel or AWD this time, but the 160bhp 1.3L turbo-petrol is among the punchiest engines in the class and a 518-litre boot leads it, while a strong-hybrid version is expected around Diwali 2026. It takes on the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara and its own alliance twin, the Tekton.
Full Dusterprices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Tekton or Duster?
Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.10 Lakh of each other). (Ex-showroom prices, July 2026.)
Tekton vs Duster — which is safer?
The Nissan Tekton scores 5 stars and the Renault Duster scores 5 stars in NCAP crash tests.
Should I buy the Tekton or the Duster?
Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.10 Lakh of each other). Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.