French Automaker Renault has earned a quality reputation for itself with the Duster compact SUV in the country. Lodgy MPV could be the new offering in Renault line-up which is expected to be longer than Mobilio MPV, but might measure shorter than Innova. The MPV is already in sale in other international markets, in India the company is likely to bring petrol and diesel variants of the MPV. The suavely designed MPV is expected to be priced aggressively for the domestic market which means it could be a potential threat for the rest of vehicles in its segment.
As per a recent update from sources, Renault may launch Lodgy MPV sometime around January next year. Reports state that company has already received a go ahead plan to launch the vehicle in the Indian market. The Renault Lodgy shall be manufactured at Orgadam plant of Renault-Nissan. The production is due to begin in December and is expected to be launched in January, 2015. The vehicle is likely to be powered by 1.5-litre K9K diesel engine and is anticipated to be priced around Rs. 8 - 11 lakh bracket.
News has also been doing rounds that Renault may launch Duster in 4X4 variant. Speculations also suggest that Renault could also bring forth the Lodgy MPV in India. Duster 4X4 version is likely to be rolled out in domestic market by the end of this year. Duster 4X4 variant affixed with Dacia badge is manufactured at the company’s manufacturing plant located in Chennai from where it is shipped to other countries. For now, the company might first launch diesel trim of the SUV in India since the demand for diesel powered vehicles is more in India. The 4X4 variant is expected to be priced above the top-of-the-line trim in the Duster range.
Source: Zeenews
