Renault & Nissan India: Four Bold SUVs & MPVs Arriving by 2026
Renault and Nissan are gearing up to launch a string of new models in India by 2026. These include refreshed versions of familiar favourites and entirely new SUVs across compact, midsize, and family segments—all designed to boost market presence and export potential.
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What’s Coming & When
Both brands have announced a four-product rollout tied to increased production in Chennai’s Oragadam plant. The first vehicle was the refreshed Renault Triber facelift in mid-2025. By 2026, the pipeline expands to include:
- Nissan 7‑seater MPV (Triber-based) – expected early 2026 (₹6–8 lakh). Built on the CMF-A+ platform with Nissan styling.
- New‑gen Renault Duster (5‑seater) – launching mid‑2025 with hybrid and turbo petrol options (~₹10 lakh).
- Renault Boreal (7‑seater crossover) – expected second half of 2026, bigger than Duster and based on CMF-B LS platform (~₹12 lakh).
- Nissan compact 5‑seater SUV (Duster‑based) – arriving early 2026 (₹10–12 lakh), likely with 1.2 L mild-hybrid engine.
- Nissan Terrano 7‑seater – launching mid‑2026 (~₹13–19 lakh), sharing underpinnings with Duster but styled with Nissan’s design cues.
- Nissan Patrol (CBU luxury SUV) – slated for October 2025 with an estimated starting price around ₹2 crore.
Comparison of Upcoming Models
| Launch Period | Model | Segment | Estimated Price (₹ lakh) |
| Mid 2025 | Renault Duster (new‑gen) | C-SUV 5‑seater | 10 |
| Mid 2025 / early 2026 | Nissan 7‑seater MPV | B-MPV | 6–8 |
| Late 2025 | Nissan Patrol | Luxury SUV | ~200 |
| Early–Mid 2026 | Nissan compact SUV (5‑seat) | C-SUV | 10–12 |
| Mid 2026 | Nissan Terrano 7‑seater | 7‑seat SUV | 13–19 |
| H2 2026 | Renault Boreal (7‑seater) | C’‑SUV | ~12 |
Why This Lineup Matters
Renault India has invested ₹600 million to increase capacity utilization and reverse the decline in market share, now below 1%. These models align with a consumer shift toward SUVs and MPVs, which make up over 65% of autos sold in India.
The upcoming Nissan MPV and compact SUV will share platforms with Triber and Duster but feature unique styling and interiors. Nissan aims to roll out these models for both domestic buyers and export markets via the “One Car, One World” strategy.
Taken together, this expansion could help Renault-Nissan produce up to 350,000 units/year by 2026 from their Chennai plant.
Final Verdict
All things considered, Renault and Nissan are making a strategic comeback in India. The revised Triber, along with the new Duster and Boreal SUVs, offer renewed appeal in key consumer segments. Nissan’s entry into family MPVs and compact SUVs adds scale and choice. If the pricing lands at the lower end of estimates, these models could redefine the mass-market EV and SUV space—especially when export volumes are considered.
FAQs
A1. Expected are the new-gen Duster (mid-2025) and the Boreal 7‑seater crossover (later in 2026).
A2. It’s a 7‑seater built on CMF‑A+, competing with Triber, Ertiga, and Carens, expected early 2026, priced around ₹6–8 lakh
A3. Nissan’s compact SUV and its 7‑seater Terrano sibling are slated between Q1 and mid-2026, priced ₹10–19 lakh
A4. The flagship Nissan Patrol SUV is expected in October 2025 as a CBU import, priced near ₹2 crore.
A5. All are manufactured in Chennai and exported to over 65 countries, supporting Renault-Nissan’s ‘One Car, One World’ export strategy. Production is expected to rise sharply by 2026.
