Renault India Introduces brand new ‘Media Nav’ System in the Duster

Building on its continuing success in the compact SUV space, Renault India today announced the introduction of the brand-new multimedia system, ‘Media NAV’, in the Renault Duster. The Media NAV is a multimedia device that offers infotainment & communication features. It includes an 18cm touch-sensitive display, radio, telephony, satellite navigation as well as multimedia connection functions and will be incorporated in the Duster’s dashboard. 

“The Renault Duster was a breakthrough offering in the Indian market, with the performance of SUV and the comfort of a sedan at an affordable cost,” said Sumit Sawhney, Executive Director, Marketing & Sales, Renault India Pvt. Ltd. “With the introduction of the Media NAV system, the Duster now offers enhanced convenience and a more enjoyable drive, all at the customers’ fingertips.” It is perceived as a Segment breaker now offering affordable multimedia options as well.  

The Media NAV’s main menu permits easy access to essential functions such as radio, media, telephone, satellite navigation and settings. The system’s Bluetooth® technology also enables drivers to make hands-free telephone calls as well as synchronize their contact book and peruse their call history. Duster customers can also connect their iPodTM or smartphone through a USB or jack sockets located on the dash panel. The Media NAV can be operated through either the touch-sensitive display or steering wheel-mounted controls, while the Media NAV’s intuitive navigation system operates with 2D, 3D as well as Bird view graphics. 

The Media NAV’s information and entertainment package is available as an option in the 85 PS RxL and the 110 PS RxZ variants at a competitive price.

Renault currently offers five models in the Indian market – the premium sedan Fluence, the luxury SUV Koleos, the premium compact car, Pulse, the SUV, Duster and the premium sedan, Scala. Renault India also exports the Duster to right-hand drive markets, with India set to become a production hub for right-hand drive cars.

Renault cars are manufactured in the manufacturing facility located in Oragadam, Chennai, with a capacity of 400,000 units per annum. Currently, Renault India also has a widespread presence of 100 dealer outlets across the country.