The Renault stand at the Qatar Motor Show. PICTURE: Jayaram

Renault’s all new Duster has been unveiled at the ongoing Qatar Motor Show by exclusive distributors Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Company.
The latest models of Fluence, Koleos and Meganne Hatch from the Renault stable are also on display at the show which concludes on Saturday.
The Renault Duster, a world bestseller, is described as a compact, robust, practical and affordable SUV. It comes in 4x2 and 4x4 versions powered by a 2.0l 135hp engine, offering off-road capabilities.
Renault claims the Duster, which has been tested in the harsh weather conditions of the region, is an attractive and viable alternative to larger and more expensive SUVs.
The new Renault Koleos, available in 4x2 and 4x4 versions, is powered by a 170hp engine. A new colour, Cayenne Orange, has been added to the line-up.
Hisham al-Mana, chairman, Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana, said the Renault brand achieved a phenomenal growth of 258% in 2011 in Qatar.
At the end of September 2011, Renault ranked number four among all European brands in the GCC countries. Three Renault models are within the top 15 of all European models in the region.