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Herald Sun
6 days ago
- Herald Sun
Brightstar is shooting for gold with attractive DFS for Menzies and Laverton
Brightstar Resources' DFS for Menzies and Laverton projects pre-tax NPV of $316m and IRR of 73% Staged development provides clear, low-cost pathway to becoming a mid-tier gold producer Company has also flagged non-binding terms to acquire Aurumin to consolidate Sandstone assets Special Report: Brightstar Resources has unveiled a highly anticipated definitive feasibility study for its Menzies and Laverton gold projects in Western Australia, charting a path directly to Australia's class of mid-tier gold producers. Under the spot gold price scenario of $5000/oz, the two projects are expected to jointly deliver undiscounted pre-tax cash flow of $461m and return a net present value and internal rate of return of $316m and 73% respectively. The economics remain attractive at a conservative base case gold price scenario ($4500/oz) with the projects expected to generate cash flow of $316m with NPV and IRR of $203m and 48% respectively. Peak capex under the spot gold price scenario is estimated at a modest $120m with a payback of just one year from commissioning of a planned 1Mtpa processing plant at Laverton. Brightstar Resources' (ASX:BTR) staged DFS estimates an initial mine production target of ~6.4Mt grading 1.81g/t gold, or the recovery of 338,528oz of gold over about five years. This is underpinned by a newly declared open pit ore reserve of 4Mt at 1.63g/t, or 210,500oz of contained gold, that complements the existing underground ore reserve of 24,000oz at the Second Fortune and Fish mines in the Laverton hub. However, the DFS assumptions exclude any material from these two underground mines. Average recovered ounces are expected to be ~70,000oz per annum though the company believes there is strong potential to increase mine life with continued exploration of existing resources of +1.5Moz. Along with the final investment decision for Sandstone, which is targeted for 2027, this supports the company's goal of producing 200,000ozpa by 2029. The DFS comes as the company embarks on merger discussions with Aurumin (ASX:AUN) to consolidate their respective tenement holdings in the Central Sandstone region, which will de-risk and potentially accelerate development of the Sandstone project. The compelling combination will provide greater certainty for the development of new infrastructure in the region and unlock exploration synergies. A consolidated Sandstone project grow BTR's total resources in the overlooked gold field to 2.4Moz gold at an average grade of 1.5g/t on granted mining licences. Clear pathway Managing director Alex Rovira said the Laverton and Menzies DFS outlines a robust and clear pathway to building BTR into a meaningful mid-tier gold miner with average production of about 70kozpa for five years. 'Importantly, Brightstar has the vision that the gold production from Menzies and Laverton outlined in the study is targeted to provide the organic free cash flow required to develop the significant Sandstone gold project in the coming years, underpinning our aspiration of building a +200,000oz per annum gold production business,' he added. 'We have identified and will execute on a staged development plan to deliver the optimal outcome when considering capital requirements and operational risk management, which commences at Menzies with the near-term development of the Lady Shenton open pit. 'This staged approach to developing multiple mines across Menzies and Laverton generates capital to expand the business, which includes the construction of a new 1Mtpa CIL processing plant in a highly strategic location south-east of Laverton, utilising the significant benefits of existing infrastructure and permitting.' Support in place BTR has already received letters of intent and term sheets from multiple domestic and offshore commercial banks, as well as demonstrable interest from non-bank lenders for debt financing support account for ~70% of the capital requirements. It has also received a non-binding term sheet from an offshore precious metals specialist investment company for a material $120m funding package comprised of a gold doré offtake and equity financing at a premium. Additionally, the company could ramp-up production in the near-term under a memorandum of understanding with Paddington Gold, which owns the Paddington processing plant north of Kalgoorlie. Under the MoU, both companies are advancing towards a binding agreement for BTR to sell up to 2Mt of ore from the Menzies gold project from H1 2026 over a period of 2.5 years. This will add to the current Laverton ore purchase agreement for the delivery, sale and processing of up to 500,000t of ore from the Second Fortune and Fish mines to Genesis Minerals' (ASX:GMD) Laverton mill over 2025 and Q1 2026. Development plans Under the DFS, BTR plans to construct a new 1Mtpa processing plant in Laverton on the existing processing plant site, which will deliver significant capital and timetable saving by using existing infrastructure and permits. Initial production from come from the Menzies project in 2026 with processing through the targeted agreement with Paddington. Ore will be sourced from the Lady Shenton open pit and ancillary adjacent open pits such as Aspacia, Lady Harriet and Link Zone. Material from the Yunndaga underground mine will be processed through the planned Laverton processing plant, which is expected to come online in 2027. This will also process ore from the Lord Byron and Cork Tree Well open pits and the Alpha underground mine. Separately BTR's move to acquire Aurumin will see the latter's shareholders receive one new BTR share for every 4.6 AUN shares they hold under the non-binding indicative terms for a scheme of arrangement. Based on the 20-day volume weighted average price of 54c per BTR share, this implies a value of 11.7c for each AUN share, or a 26% premium to their 20-day VWAP of 9.3c. Both companies have held a number of discussions and are currently progressing mutual due diligence investigations. This article was developed in collaboration with Brightstar Resources, a Stockhead advertiser at the time of publishing. This article does not constitute financial product advice. You should consider obtaining independent advice before making any financial decisions. Originally published as Brightstar is shooting for gold with attractive DFS for Menzies and Laverton
The Advertiser
20-06-2025
- The Advertiser
2025 Renault Duster: More rugged crossover SUV arrives in Australia
The first 2025 Renault Duster SUVs have landed in Australia ahead of their official on-sale in local showrooms next month – with pricing and full details yet to be revealed. Sold under Renault's cost-conscious Dacia sub-brand in Europe, the Romanian-built Duster is a small SUV rival to crossover SUVs like the Skoda Kamiq and Suzuki Vitara. Offered in four model grades in the UK, Renault Australia has confirmed the Duster will be offered in Australia in two model grades but is yet to confirm full equipment details and pricing. It showed off the two Dusters – one in Sandstone, the other in Shadow Grey – here for final evaluation and accessory tests ahead of going on sale in July 2025, giving more clues to the final spec of local versions. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Renault Australia has said it won't set the sales charts alight as the automaker has lower numbers this year – with access to a greater volume of Duster expected in 2026. "Demand for this vehicle in Europe is very strong, so Australia will receive an initial allocation before shipments ramp up next year," Renault Australia managing director Glen Sealey said in a statement. "We ordered as many cars as we could this year, and we are now working closely with the factory to improve our allocation moving forward." Pricing in the UK starts at just below £20,000 ($41,520) before on-road costs and is expected to cost in the late $30,000-range in Australia – sitting close to the smaller new-generation Renault Captur SUV due here later this year. Renault Australia has previously confirmed the Duster lineup will include 'Y-shaped' daytime running lights (DRLs), with standard cabin equipment including a 10.1-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . It has also said the Duster range will come standard with autonomous emergency braking (AEB), traffic sign recognition, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring and a rear-view camera. The overseas Duster has a three-star Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Program) rating, which points to a potentially identical rating from sister safety authority ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program). With little else revealed, the images of the two Dusters appear to match the UK-spec Expression and Journey Duster model grades, respectively. The Expression sits above the entry-level Essential in the UK where it comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, 'Denim style' fabric seat trim, a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster and rear parking camera. This Shadow Grey Duster appears to be one model grade above the Essential, the Journey – with Australia set to miss out on the top-spec Extreme for the time being. The UK-market Journey gets 18-inch alloy wheels, modular roof bars and heated front seats which also have 'MicroCloud plastic-coated textile' upholstery. The Duster also uses 20 per cent recycled material in its bumpers, according to Renault. The Sandstone Duster is a 4×4 model and the Shadow Grey a 4×2, Renault Australia having previously announced both will be offered from launch. Powering the front-wheel drive Duster 4×2 is a 1.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine making 113kW of power and 250Nm of torque and mated with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It has a UK combined fuel economy claim of 6.5L/100km. The 4×4 versions will use a mild-hybrid 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol three-cylinder with 96kW and 230Nm and will be only available with a six-speed manual gearbox. 4×4 mild hybrid variants have a UK combined fuel consumption figure of 6.0L/100km. Renault Australia has confirmed 4×4 models also come with hill descent control and include five selectable drive modes. An automatic 4×4 version is expected to be offered overseas – and will be a strong candidate for Australian showrooms – while Renault has confirmed a 4×4 hybrid with a rear-axle electric motor will go into production by the end of 2025. Key dimensions for the 2025 Duster have been provided, confirming it's 4325mm long, 1921 wide and 1650mm high – with 'up to' 212mm ground clearance, although again, depending on the model grade. UK models also have a 517L boot in 4×2 Dusters, with 4×4 offering 456L. The Duster shares its CMF-B underpinnings with various Renault and Nissan vehicles, including the Nissan Juke. A range of accessories is also under evaluation, with the both cars showing off roof-mounted extras from Australian company Rhino Rack. "Unlike many other vehicles in the small SUV segment, the Renault Duster has a level of genuine off-road ability for those who want to escape the urban jungle," Mr Sealey said. "That's why we are working with Renault France and local accessory specialists to offer a wide range of options, so customers can get the most out of their new Renault Duster."MORE: Everything Renault Content originally sourced from: The first 2025 Renault Duster SUVs have landed in Australia ahead of their official on-sale in local showrooms next month – with pricing and full details yet to be revealed. Sold under Renault's cost-conscious Dacia sub-brand in Europe, the Romanian-built Duster is a small SUV rival to crossover SUVs like the Skoda Kamiq and Suzuki Vitara. Offered in four model grades in the UK, Renault Australia has confirmed the Duster will be offered in Australia in two model grades but is yet to confirm full equipment details and pricing. It showed off the two Dusters – one in Sandstone, the other in Shadow Grey – here for final evaluation and accessory tests ahead of going on sale in July 2025, giving more clues to the final spec of local versions. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Renault Australia has said it won't set the sales charts alight as the automaker has lower numbers this year – with access to a greater volume of Duster expected in 2026. "Demand for this vehicle in Europe is very strong, so Australia will receive an initial allocation before shipments ramp up next year," Renault Australia managing director Glen Sealey said in a statement. "We ordered as many cars as we could this year, and we are now working closely with the factory to improve our allocation moving forward." Pricing in the UK starts at just below £20,000 ($41,520) before on-road costs and is expected to cost in the late $30,000-range in Australia – sitting close to the smaller new-generation Renault Captur SUV due here later this year. Renault Australia has previously confirmed the Duster lineup will include 'Y-shaped' daytime running lights (DRLs), with standard cabin equipment including a 10.1-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . It has also said the Duster range will come standard with autonomous emergency braking (AEB), traffic sign recognition, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring and a rear-view camera. The overseas Duster has a three-star Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Program) rating, which points to a potentially identical rating from sister safety authority ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program). With little else revealed, the images of the two Dusters appear to match the UK-spec Expression and Journey Duster model grades, respectively. The Expression sits above the entry-level Essential in the UK where it comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, 'Denim style' fabric seat trim, a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster and rear parking camera. This Shadow Grey Duster appears to be one model grade above the Essential, the Journey – with Australia set to miss out on the top-spec Extreme for the time being. The UK-market Journey gets 18-inch alloy wheels, modular roof bars and heated front seats which also have 'MicroCloud plastic-coated textile' upholstery. The Duster also uses 20 per cent recycled material in its bumpers, according to Renault. The Sandstone Duster is a 4×4 model and the Shadow Grey a 4×2, Renault Australia having previously announced both will be offered from launch. Powering the front-wheel drive Duster 4×2 is a 1.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine making 113kW of power and 250Nm of torque and mated with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It has a UK combined fuel economy claim of 6.5L/100km. The 4×4 versions will use a mild-hybrid 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol three-cylinder with 96kW and 230Nm and will be only available with a six-speed manual gearbox. 4×4 mild hybrid variants have a UK combined fuel consumption figure of 6.0L/100km. Renault Australia has confirmed 4×4 models also come with hill descent control and include five selectable drive modes. An automatic 4×4 version is expected to be offered overseas – and will be a strong candidate for Australian showrooms – while Renault has confirmed a 4×4 hybrid with a rear-axle electric motor will go into production by the end of 2025. Key dimensions for the 2025 Duster have been provided, confirming it's 4325mm long, 1921 wide and 1650mm high – with 'up to' 212mm ground clearance, although again, depending on the model grade. UK models also have a 517L boot in 4×2 Dusters, with 4×4 offering 456L. The Duster shares its CMF-B underpinnings with various Renault and Nissan vehicles, including the Nissan Juke. A range of accessories is also under evaluation, with the both cars showing off roof-mounted extras from Australian company Rhino Rack. "Unlike many other vehicles in the small SUV segment, the Renault Duster has a level of genuine off-road ability for those who want to escape the urban jungle," Mr Sealey said. "That's why we are working with Renault France and local accessory specialists to offer a wide range of options, so customers can get the most out of their new Renault Duster."MORE: Everything Renault Content originally sourced from: The first 2025 Renault Duster SUVs have landed in Australia ahead of their official on-sale in local showrooms next month – with pricing and full details yet to be revealed. Sold under Renault's cost-conscious Dacia sub-brand in Europe, the Romanian-built Duster is a small SUV rival to crossover SUVs like the Skoda Kamiq and Suzuki Vitara. Offered in four model grades in the UK, Renault Australia has confirmed the Duster will be offered in Australia in two model grades but is yet to confirm full equipment details and pricing. It showed off the two Dusters – one in Sandstone, the other in Shadow Grey – here for final evaluation and accessory tests ahead of going on sale in July 2025, giving more clues to the final spec of local versions. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Renault Australia has said it won't set the sales charts alight as the automaker has lower numbers this year – with access to a greater volume of Duster expected in 2026. "Demand for this vehicle in Europe is very strong, so Australia will receive an initial allocation before shipments ramp up next year," Renault Australia managing director Glen Sealey said in a statement. "We ordered as many cars as we could this year, and we are now working closely with the factory to improve our allocation moving forward." Pricing in the UK starts at just below £20,000 ($41,520) before on-road costs and is expected to cost in the late $30,000-range in Australia – sitting close to the smaller new-generation Renault Captur SUV due here later this year. Renault Australia has previously confirmed the Duster lineup will include 'Y-shaped' daytime running lights (DRLs), with standard cabin equipment including a 10.1-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . It has also said the Duster range will come standard with autonomous emergency braking (AEB), traffic sign recognition, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring and a rear-view camera. The overseas Duster has a three-star Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Program) rating, which points to a potentially identical rating from sister safety authority ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program). With little else revealed, the images of the two Dusters appear to match the UK-spec Expression and Journey Duster model grades, respectively. The Expression sits above the entry-level Essential in the UK where it comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, 'Denim style' fabric seat trim, a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster and rear parking camera. This Shadow Grey Duster appears to be one model grade above the Essential, the Journey – with Australia set to miss out on the top-spec Extreme for the time being. The UK-market Journey gets 18-inch alloy wheels, modular roof bars and heated front seats which also have 'MicroCloud plastic-coated textile' upholstery. The Duster also uses 20 per cent recycled material in its bumpers, according to Renault. The Sandstone Duster is a 4×4 model and the Shadow Grey a 4×2, Renault Australia having previously announced both will be offered from launch. Powering the front-wheel drive Duster 4×2 is a 1.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine making 113kW of power and 250Nm of torque and mated with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It has a UK combined fuel economy claim of 6.5L/100km. The 4×4 versions will use a mild-hybrid 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol three-cylinder with 96kW and 230Nm and will be only available with a six-speed manual gearbox. 4×4 mild hybrid variants have a UK combined fuel consumption figure of 6.0L/100km. Renault Australia has confirmed 4×4 models also come with hill descent control and include five selectable drive modes. An automatic 4×4 version is expected to be offered overseas – and will be a strong candidate for Australian showrooms – while Renault has confirmed a 4×4 hybrid with a rear-axle electric motor will go into production by the end of 2025. Key dimensions for the 2025 Duster have been provided, confirming it's 4325mm long, 1921 wide and 1650mm high – with 'up to' 212mm ground clearance, although again, depending on the model grade. UK models also have a 517L boot in 4×2 Dusters, with 4×4 offering 456L. The Duster shares its CMF-B underpinnings with various Renault and Nissan vehicles, including the Nissan Juke. A range of accessories is also under evaluation, with the both cars showing off roof-mounted extras from Australian company Rhino Rack. "Unlike many other vehicles in the small SUV segment, the Renault Duster has a level of genuine off-road ability for those who want to escape the urban jungle," Mr Sealey said. "That's why we are working with Renault France and local accessory specialists to offer a wide range of options, so customers can get the most out of their new Renault Duster."MORE: Everything Renault Content originally sourced from: The first 2025 Renault Duster SUVs have landed in Australia ahead of their official on-sale in local showrooms next month – with pricing and full details yet to be revealed. Sold under Renault's cost-conscious Dacia sub-brand in Europe, the Romanian-built Duster is a small SUV rival to crossover SUVs like the Skoda Kamiq and Suzuki Vitara. Offered in four model grades in the UK, Renault Australia has confirmed the Duster will be offered in Australia in two model grades but is yet to confirm full equipment details and pricing. It showed off the two Dusters – one in Sandstone, the other in Shadow Grey – here for final evaluation and accessory tests ahead of going on sale in July 2025, giving more clues to the final spec of local versions. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Renault Australia has said it won't set the sales charts alight as the automaker has lower numbers this year – with access to a greater volume of Duster expected in 2026. "Demand for this vehicle in Europe is very strong, so Australia will receive an initial allocation before shipments ramp up next year," Renault Australia managing director Glen Sealey said in a statement. "We ordered as many cars as we could this year, and we are now working closely with the factory to improve our allocation moving forward." Pricing in the UK starts at just below £20,000 ($41,520) before on-road costs and is expected to cost in the late $30,000-range in Australia – sitting close to the smaller new-generation Renault Captur SUV due here later this year. Renault Australia has previously confirmed the Duster lineup will include 'Y-shaped' daytime running lights (DRLs), with standard cabin equipment including a 10.1-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . It has also said the Duster range will come standard with autonomous emergency braking (AEB), traffic sign recognition, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring and a rear-view camera. The overseas Duster has a three-star Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Program) rating, which points to a potentially identical rating from sister safety authority ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program). With little else revealed, the images of the two Dusters appear to match the UK-spec Expression and Journey Duster model grades, respectively. The Expression sits above the entry-level Essential in the UK where it comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, 'Denim style' fabric seat trim, a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster and rear parking camera. This Shadow Grey Duster appears to be one model grade above the Essential, the Journey – with Australia set to miss out on the top-spec Extreme for the time being. The UK-market Journey gets 18-inch alloy wheels, modular roof bars and heated front seats which also have 'MicroCloud plastic-coated textile' upholstery. The Duster also uses 20 per cent recycled material in its bumpers, according to Renault. The Sandstone Duster is a 4×4 model and the Shadow Grey a 4×2, Renault Australia having previously announced both will be offered from launch. Powering the front-wheel drive Duster 4×2 is a 1.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine making 113kW of power and 250Nm of torque and mated with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It has a UK combined fuel economy claim of 6.5L/100km. The 4×4 versions will use a mild-hybrid 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol three-cylinder with 96kW and 230Nm and will be only available with a six-speed manual gearbox. 4×4 mild hybrid variants have a UK combined fuel consumption figure of 6.0L/100km. Renault Australia has confirmed 4×4 models also come with hill descent control and include five selectable drive modes. An automatic 4×4 version is expected to be offered overseas – and will be a strong candidate for Australian showrooms – while Renault has confirmed a 4×4 hybrid with a rear-axle electric motor will go into production by the end of 2025. Key dimensions for the 2025 Duster have been provided, confirming it's 4325mm long, 1921 wide and 1650mm high – with 'up to' 212mm ground clearance, although again, depending on the model grade. UK models also have a 517L boot in 4×2 Dusters, with 4×4 offering 456L. The Duster shares its CMF-B underpinnings with various Renault and Nissan vehicles, including the Nissan Juke. A range of accessories is also under evaluation, with the both cars showing off roof-mounted extras from Australian company Rhino Rack. "Unlike many other vehicles in the small SUV segment, the Renault Duster has a level of genuine off-road ability for those who want to escape the urban jungle," Mr Sealey said. "That's why we are working with Renault France and local accessory specialists to offer a wide range of options, so customers can get the most out of their new Renault Duster."MORE: Everything Renault Content originally sourced from:
7NEWS
19-06-2025
- 7NEWS
2025 Renault Duster: More rugged crossover SUV arrives in Australia
The first 2025 Renault Duster SUVs have landed in Australia ahead of their official on-sale in local showrooms next month – with pricing and full details yet to be revealed. Sold under Renault's cost-conscious Dacia sub-brand in Europe, the Romanian-built Duster is a small SUV rival to crossover SUVs like the Skoda Kamiq and Suzuki Vitara. Offered in four model grades in the UK, Renault Australia has confirmed the Duster will be offered in Australia in two model grades but is yet to confirm full equipment details and pricing. It showed off the two Dusters – one in Sandstone, the other in Shadow Grey – here for final evaluation and accessory tests ahead of going on sale in July 2025, giving more clues to the final spec of local versions. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Renault Australia has said it won't set the sales charts alight as the automaker has lower numbers this year – with access to a greater volume of Duster expected in 2026. 'Demand for this vehicle in Europe is very strong, so Australia will receive an initial allocation before shipments ramp up next year,' Renault Australia managing director Glen Sealey said in a statement. 'We ordered as many cars as we could this year, and we are now working closely with the factory to improve our allocation moving forward.' Pricing in the UK starts at just below £20,000 ($41,520) before on-road costs and is expected to cost in the late $30,000-range in Australia – sitting close to the smaller new-generation Renault Captur SUV due here later this year. Renault Australia has previously confirmed the Duster lineup will include 'Y-shaped' daytime running lights (DRLs), with standard cabin equipment including a 10.1-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . It has also said the Duster range will come standard with autonomous emergency braking (AEB), traffic sign recognition, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring and a rear-view camera. The overseas Duster has a three-star Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Program) rating, which points to a potentially identical rating from sister safety authority ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program). With little else revealed, the images of the two Dusters appear to match the UK-spec Expression and Journey Duster model grades, respectively. The Expression sits above the entry-level Essential in the UK where it comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, 'Denim style' fabric seat trim, a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster and rear parking camera. This Shadow Grey Duster appears to be one model grade above the Essential, the Journey – with Australia set to miss out on the top-spec Extreme for the time being. The UK-market Journey gets 18-inch alloy wheels, modular roof bars and heated front seats which also have 'MicroCloud plastic-coated textile' upholstery. The Duster also uses 20 per cent recycled material in its bumpers, according to Renault. The Sandstone Duster is a 4×4 model and the Shadow Grey a 4×2, Renault Australia having previously announced both will be offered from launch. Powering the front-wheel drive Duster 4×2 is a 1.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine making 113kW of power and 250Nm of torque and mated with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It has a UK combined fuel economy claim of 6.5L/100km. The 4×4 versions will use a mild-hybrid 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol three-cylinder with 96kW and 230Nm and will be only available with a six-speed manual gearbox. 4×4 mild hybrid variants have a UK combined fuel consumption figure of 6.0L/100km. Renault Australia has confirmed 4×4 models also come with hill descent control and include five selectable drive modes. An automatic 4×4 version is expected to be offered overseas – and will be a strong candidate for Australian showrooms – while Renault has confirmed a 4×4 hybrid with a rear-axle electric motor will go into production by the end of 2025. Key dimensions for the 2025 Duster have been provided, confirming it's 4325mm long, 1921 wide and 1650mm high – with 'up to' 212mm ground clearance, although again, depending on the model grade. UK models also have a 517L boot in 4×2 Dusters, with 4×4 offering 456L. The Duster shares its CMF-B underpinnings with various Renault and Nissan vehicles, including the Nissan Juke. A range of accessories is also under evaluation, with the both cars showing off roof-mounted extras from Australian company Rhino Rack. 'Unlike many other vehicles in the small SUV segment, the Renault Duster has a level of genuine off-road ability for those who want to escape the urban jungle,' Mr Sealey said. 'That's why we are working with Renault France and local accessory specialists to offer a wide range of options, so customers can get the most out of their new Renault Duster.'
