Honda HR-V vs Renault Duster

The Honda HR-V starts from $30,300 (our estimated RRP; the brand lists drive-away prices only) before on-road costs, while the Renault Duster opens at $31,990. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. Estimated driveaway prices sit around $32,900 for the Honda HR-V and $34,990 for the Renault Duster.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

The Honda HR-V holds a 4-star ANCAP rating vs 3 stars for the Renault Duster. Adult occupant protection scored 82% for the Honda HR-V and 70% for the Renault Duster.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 5 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Honda HR-V, against 2 on the Renault Duster.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Honda HR-V and 6 in the Renault Duster.

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

The Honda HR-V features a 9-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Renault Duster gets a 10.1-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Honda HR-V stands out with ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Renault Duster. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Honda HR-V uses a Petrol producing 89kW and 145Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a FWD layout.

The Renault Duster responds with a Petrol making 113kW and 270Nm, paired to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic driving the front wheels.

The Renault Duster has the clear power advantage at 113kW vs 89kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Honda HR-V measures 4,345mm long on a 2,610mm wheelbase, matching the Renault Duster at 4,345mm (2,657mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Renault Duster generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 304L in the Honda HR-V and 472L in the Renault Duster, giving the Renault Duster a 168L advantage.

For towing, the Renault Duster leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,767/year for the Honda HR-V and $1,853/year for the Renault Duster. That is a $86 annual difference in favour of the Honda HR-V.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Honda HR-V) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Renault Duster). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Honda HR-V)—.