Especificaciones y análisis del Dacia Duster
Power
107HP
Torque
240Nm
Consumption
5.3l/100
Emissions
139g/km
0-100 km/h
11.8s
Top Speed
171km/h
Weight
1280kg
Price
15,100€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
475 L
50 L
79 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Dacia Duster Ambiance dCi 110 CV 4x2 (2010-2012)
General description
The 2010 Dacia Duster wasn't just a car; it was a statement of intent. It burst onto the market to prove that the adventure, space, and robustness of an SUV didn't have to be an unattainable luxury. With a price that challenged the entire industry, this Duster became the accomplice for thousands of families and adventurers who dreamed of a capable and honest vehicle, a true friend for everyday life and for escaping it.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Duster dCi 110 hp is to rediscover an authentic, unfiltered driving experience. Its 107-horsepower diesel engine, though modest in numbers, pushes with surprising honesty thanks to its good torque from low revs. It doesn't seek speed records but aims to offer a steady and economical ride. The suspension, designed to absorb irregularities, conveys a sense of strength and comfort on rough roads, while its hydraulic steering connects you directly to the asphalt. It's a car that feels robust, a reliable companion that inspires confidence to go anywhere.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is pure functionality and character. The muscular lines, marked wheel arches, and significant ground clearance scream adventure and capability. There are no unnecessary frills; every element has a purpose. Inside, simplicity is the norm: hard, durable plastics, and simple, large controls designed to be used without complications and to withstand the test of time and demanding use. It's an interior that doesn't aim to impress, but to serve faithfully.
Technology and features
In a world that was beginning to obsess over screens, the 2010 Duster focused on the technology that matters: the mechanics. Its heart is the proven dCi engine with common-rail injection, a guarantee of efficiency and durability. The equipment was just what was necessary, focusing on basic safety and essential comfort. This car reminds you that the best technology is the one that doesn't fail, the one that gets you to your destination without complications, offering a pure driving experience without digital distractions.
Competition
The Duster created its own category. While rivals like the Nissan Qashqai offered more refinement and technology at a considerably higher price, the Duster competed in a different league: that of the smart purchase. Its true adversary wasn't another new SUV, but the idea that a spacious and versatile car had to be expensive. It faced off against second-hand cars and city cars, and won by offering much more car for every euro invested.
Conclusion
The first-generation Dacia Duster is much more than a low-cost SUV; it's an icon of pragmatic automotive engineering and a resounding success. It represents the freedom to explore, the peace of mind of affordable maintenance, and the intelligence of choosing the essential over the superfluous. It's a vehicle that creates an emotional bond not through its luxury, but through its loyalty and its ability to make the plans of those who drive it possible. An honest, tough, and unapologetic car.