Renault is preparing to electrify one of its best selling and most popular SUVs, the Duster, as part of a broader transition towards sustainable mobility. This new Duster EV will likely aim for a 4x4 wheel drive , with a potential off-roading capability .Renault’s Duster, sold globally under the Dacia brand , has long been known for its rugged capabilities and affordable appeal . New reports from Autocar have revealed that the Duster EV could debut internationally after 2027 and be launched in India based on that timeline, depending on demand and infrastructure.The Duster EV will be built on the CMF-BEV platform , an EV focused derivative of the CMF-B architecture that underpins the ICE-powered Duster. Developed by the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance , the platform will support everything from the compact city cars to the midsize SUVs and will form the basis of Renault’s EV push in the coming years .Also Read: Renault Kwid EV spied in India — Tiago EV, Comet EV Rival?Additionally, the CMF-BEV platform has been confirmed to support a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive configuration . This means that the new Duster EV will likely aim for a 4x4 wheel drive , with a potential off-roading capability , keeping its adventurous, outdoorsy DNA.In global markets, the Duster EV is likely to compete with Fiat Grande Panda 4x4 and Toyota’s upcoming Land Cruiser EV . In India, it will take on the emerging off-roader segment with its electric 4x4 capabilities.While Renault has not made any official announcements, the Duster EV is likely to make an international debut sometime after 2027 and if it enters the Indian market, it will likely be launched around 2030.Also Read: MG to debut new Tesla Model Y Rival in Goodwood Festival!