Facelifted Renault Duster Pickup Rendered Online Ahead of Geneva
A new rendering imagines the facelifted Renault Duster as a pickup, as Renault and Dacia prepare for new model launches at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.
A digital rendering of a facelifted Renault Duster Pickup has surfaced online, offering an early look at what a production version could resemble if Renault or Dacia decide to expand the Duster range with a pickup variant. The rendering comes just as both brands gear up for new model reveals at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, where the facelifted Duster and the next-generation Logan MCV estate are expected to make their debut.
The Duster, launched in 2010 under both Renault and Dacia brands depending on market, has quickly become a cornerstone of the low-cost SUV segment. Production at the Mioveni plant in Romania reached 400,000 units by early 2013, with the vast majority destined for Western Europe. The prospect of a pickup variant comes as the Duster continues to attract buyers seeking affordable, rugged transport, particularly in markets where pickups are popular for both private and fleet use.
What the rendering shows
The rendering, published by Brazilian outlet Autoesporte, adapts the facelifted Duster’s front-end styling, expected to be revealed in full at Geneva, onto a double-cab pickup format. The image suggests a straightforward conversion, with the Duster’s distinctive grille, revised headlights and updated bumper carried over. The rear section is replaced by a practical load bed, hinting at a utilitarian focus.
No technical details have been released for a Duster Pickup. However, the base SUV’s platform and drivetrain options, including petrol and diesel engines, would likely carry over if a production version is approved. Dacia has previously produced limited-run Duster pickups for fleet customers, but a full-scale launch would target a broader market.
Facelifted Duster and Logan MCV to debut at Geneva
Renault and Dacia are preparing to unveil two new models at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. According to industry speculation, these will be the facelifted Duster and the new-generation Logan MCV estate. While neither company has confirmed a pickup variant for the Duster, the appearance of renderings and the model’s commercial success keep the possibility open.
- Dacia Duster Pickup Prototype Spotted Testing in Romania: /dacia-duster-pickup-spotted-in-romania
- Dacia Launches Limited-Run Duster Pick-Up for Fleet Use: /limited-run-dacia-duster-pick-up-goes-official
The Duster has already earned recognition in several markets, including SUV of the Year awards and strong sales figures. If Renault and Dacia choose to produce the pickup variant, it would extend the Duster’s appeal to commercial users and buyers seeking a budget-friendly, practical workhorse. For now, the rendering serves as a glimpse of what could be in the pipeline, pending official confirmation from the manufacturers.
