New Renault Duster's RGMP platform explained: What makes it India-ready

The upcoming Renault Duster for India introduces Renault's RGMP platform, a reworked architecture that differs from the global CMF-B base with upgrades in electronics, modularity and electrification capability.

Renault recently unveiled the India-spec Duster, and one of its biggest changes isn’t something you’ll notice right away. Beneath the design and silhouette lies a new technical foundation that Renault says has been developed specifically with markets like India in mind. India-bound Renault Duster

While the global Duster sold in Europe sits on the CMF-B platform, the India-bound version uses a different architecture called RGMP (Renault Group Modular Platform). At a glance the two platforms appear closely related, and that’s because they share much of their structural DNA. However, Renault has made several important changes that give the RGMP its own identity.

Here’s a closer look at what makes this platform different and why it matters for the Duster’s comeback in India.

One of the most significant upgrades in the RGMP platform is its electrical and electronics backbone.

Renault has introduced a new system called SWEET400 (Software Electric and Electronic Technology), developed in collaboration with Google. Unlike conventional vehicle electronics that operate in isolated modules, this architecture connects multiple vehicle systems through a more integrated software ecosystem.

This means the car’s infotainment, climate control, driver profiles and several other functions can communicate seamlessly. Owners will be able to log in using their Google accounts, enabling the vehicle to automatically load personal settings such as navigation data, music preferences, cabin temperature and even certain driver-assistance configurations.