Especificaciones y análisis del Dacia Duster
Power
86HP
Torque
200Nm
Consumption
5.1l/100
Emissions
135g/km
0-100 km/h
13.9s
Top Speed
154km/h
Weight
1255kg
Price
15,200€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
475 L
50 L
63 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Dacia Duster Laureate dCi 85 CV 4x2 (2010)
General description
The 2010 Dacia Duster was not just a car; it was a statement of intent. It arrived to disrupt the market, offering the aesthetics and practicality of an SUV at a price that seemed impossible. This 85 HP Laureate dCi with 4x2 drive represents the essence of that philosophy: an honest, spacious, and robust vehicle, designed for those who value function over ostentation. It was the car that proved adventure didn't have to be expensive.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Duster conveys a sense of solidity and purpose. Its 86 horsepower doesn't aim for speed records but to move you competently with ridiculously low consumption. The diesel engine pushes decisively from low revs thanks to its good torque, making it feel more agile in daily use than its figures suggest. The suspension, designed for rough roads, absorbs irregularities with surprising efficiency, providing a comfort that makes you feel safe and isolated from imperfect asphalt. It's an unpretentious, pure driving experience, connected to the machine.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is an ode to functionality. The lines are muscular and simple, with pronounced wheel arches that scream 'I am an off-roader.' There are no unnecessary embellishments, just a body that inspires confidence and durability. Inside, space is the real luxury. The cabin is spacious, and the 475-liter trunk is gigantic, ready for any plan. The plastics are hard, yes, but they are made to last and withstand the demanding treatment of a family or a countryside getaway without complaint.
Technology and features
The technology of the 2010 Duster lies in its brilliant simplicity. You won't find large screens or complex driving assistants. Its greatest advancement is a reliable, low-consumption common-rail direct-injection diesel engine, a piece of engineering proven over millions of kilometers. The technology here is durability, ease of repair, and the absence of superfluous electronic components that could fail. It's a car conceived in an era where the best technology was the one that never let you down.
Competition
At the time of its launch, the Dacia Duster had virtually no direct rivals. It created its own category. While other manufacturers offered small urban crossovers at higher prices, the Duster offered the space and appearance of a higher-segment SUV for the price of a subcompact. Its real competitor was not another car, but market skepticism. It soon proved that a low price was not at odds with quality and reliability, leaving behind any alternative that tried to compete on its turf.
Conclusion
The first-generation Dacia Duster is more than a car; it's an icon of smart buying. It represents the freedom of having a versatile, spacious, and robust vehicle without a large outlay. It is proof that engineering focused on the essentials can create a well-rounded and deeply satisfying product. A car that doesn't win you over with its luxury, but with its loyalty and its ability to always deliver, no matter the challenge.