Especificaciones y análisis del Dacia Duster
Power
105HP
Torque
148Nm
Consumption
7.1l/100
Emissions
165g/km
0-100 km/h
11.8s
Top Speed
165km/h
Weight
1235kg
Price
10,900€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
475 L
50 L
77 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Dacia Duster Base 1.6 105 CV 4x2 (2012-2013)
General description
The 2010 Dacia Duster was not just a car, it was a revolution. It arrived to disrupt the market, proving that a robust, spacious, and capable SUV did not have to be an unattainable luxury. This is the car that democratized adventure, an honest vehicle that invited you to look beyond the asphalt without emptying your bank account.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Duster feels like an authentic, unfiltered car. Its 1.6-liter, 105-horsepower engine doesn't aim for speed records, but it delivers its power linearly and predictably, with the honesty of an old friend. The 5-speed manual transmission connects you directly to the mechanics, and its suspension, designed for comfort and rough roads, absorbs irregularities with an ease that makes you feel safe and isolated from the stress of the road. It's a pure driving experience, focused on the journey rather than the destination.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a statement of intent. Muscle, functionality, and a robustness that you can see and feel. The flared wheel arches and its ground clearance scream 'I can handle anything.' Inside, the philosophy is the same: space and durability. The plastics are hard, designed to withstand the test of time and demanding use. There are no luxuries, but there is a huge 475-liter trunk and a sense of spaciousness that makes you feel like you're traveling in a higher-category car.
Technology and features
The Duster's technology is all about simplicity and efficiency. Forget touch screens and complex assistants; here, the star is proven and reliable mechanics. The indirect injection engine is a well-known entity, easy and cheap to maintain. The hydraulic power steering offers a direct and communicative feel, and its chassis, with a McPherson front suspension and a torsional rear axle, is a solution as simple as it is effective for ensuring comfort and capability.
Competition
At its launch, the Duster had hardly any direct rivals. Its main competitor wasn't another new car, but the second-hand vehicle market. No other manufacturer offered an SUV of its size and capabilities for such an incredibly low price. Models like the Suzuki Grand Vitara or even the Nissan Qashqai played in a higher price league, leaving the Duster in a unique and enviable position that redefined the concept of an affordable car.
Conclusion
The 2010 Dacia Duster is much more than the sum of its parts. It's the smart buy that appeals to the emotion of freedom. A car that doesn't pretend to be what it's not, offering a genuine and uncomplicated driving and ownership experience. It's the faithful companion for daily life and for those getaways you've always dreamed of, proving that true value lies not in luxury, but in the confidence and experiences it allows you to live.