India Bound 3 Row Renault SUV Named Boreal – Expected Launch Timeline, Features, and Design Insights

Renault is readying a significant push in the Indian market with the launch of five new cars over the next two years. Leading this charge will be the next-generation Duster, followed closely by a new three-row SUV that has now been officially named the Boreal. While it will begin its market journey in Latin America, the Boreal is expected to land in India shortly after and play a vital role in Renault’s premium SUV strategy.

Platform

The Renault Boreal is built on the same platform as the upcoming next-gen Duster. This shared architecture means it will inherit the same powertrain options and structural foundation. That includes both internal combustion engines and strong hybrid technology — the latter becoming increasingly important in the midsize and full-size SUV segments.

At 4.6 metres in length, the Boreal will be longer than the Duster and will feature three rows of seating. Depending on the configuration, Renault is expected to offer both six- and seven-seat layouts. The six-seater is likely to include captain seats in the second row, a layout that many family-focused buyers in India now prefer.

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Powertrain

Renault has not yet confirmed the exact engine line-up, but it is expected to closely mirror that of the new Duster. That means petrol options will be on offer, with the highlight being a strong hybrid setup. If this sounds familiar, it’s because it’s the same formula used by other hybrid SUVs like the Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, and Honda City e:HEV.

A strong hybrid typically allows short-range electric-only driving in slow-speed conditions, supported by a petrol engine for longer trips. This combination helps improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions — a feature that will likely appeal to both city dwellers and highway users.

Segment Strategy

The new-generation Duster will compete in the compact SUV segment against rivals like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, and Tata Harrier. The Boreal, however, is aimed at a more premium audience, entering the segment occupied by larger three-row SUVs.

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Expected rivals for the Renault Boreal include the MG Hector Plus, Hyundai Alcazar, Kia Carens (updated model), Mahindra XUV700, and upcoming three-row SUVs from Maruti Suzuki and Toyota. The goal here is clear — provide a more spacious and tech-forward option for Indian families who want more from their vehicle.

Here’s how the positioning will likely look:

Model	Segment	Key Rivals
Renault Duster	Compact SUV	Creta, Seltos, Harrier, Hyryder
Renault Boreal	3-row SUV	Alcazar, Hector Plus, XUV700, Carens

Global Plans

Before arriving in India, the Boreal will be launched in Latin American markets. This is part of Renault’s broader strategy of rolling out models across multiple global regions with shared platforms and components. A Nissan-badged version of the Boreal is also in the pipeline, which will use the same mechanical base but come with a unique design and features.

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This joint effort from the Renault-Nissan alliance allows both brands to save on development costs while offering customers a broader set of choices.

What to Expect

With its larger size, additional seating, and strong hybrid option, the Renault Boreal is poised to be a significant player in India’s growing three-row SUV space. Buyers looking for an alternative to the current crowd of MPVs and SUVs will likely find the Boreal appealing, especially if Renault gets the pricing and feature mix right.

The next two years look crucial for Renault India. Between the new Duster and the Boreal, the company is betting big on the SUV trend — and from the early signs, they’re on the right path.

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