Especificaciones y análisis del Dacia Duster
Power
105HP
Torque
148Nm
Consumption
8l/100
Emissions
185g/km
0-100 km/h
12.8s
Top Speed
160km/h
Weight
1325kg
Price
13,900€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
AWD
5 / 5 doors
443 L
50 L
77 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Dacia Duster Base 1.6 105 CV 4x4 (2010-2012)
General description
The 2010 Dacia Duster wasn't just a car; it was a true revolution. It arrived to disrupt the market, offering for the first time a spacious SUV with real 4x4 traction and an adventurous spirit, at a price that seemed impossible. It was the materialization of many families' dream of owning a vehicle capable of taking them anywhere without emptying their pockets.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Duster feels honest and robust. Don't expect lightning-fast acceleration or exquisite refinement; its 105-horsepower engine and 6-speed manual transmission are designed for reliability and efficiency on any terrain. The real thrill comes from its ability to leave the asphalt. With its all-wheel drive and a battle-ready suspension, it conveys unwavering confidence, becoming a loyal companion that invites you to explore paths you wouldn't even consider with other cars.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a statement of intent: function over form. Its lines are simple, muscular, and without unnecessary frills. The pronounced wheel arches and its notable ground clearance are not just for aesthetics; they are the promise of its off-road capability. Inside, simplicity continues with durable materials and generous space, designed for real life, for muddy boots and bulky loads, not for superfluous luxury.
Technology and features
In a world that was beginning to obsess over screens, the Duster focused on the technology that truly matters when things get complicated. Its greatest technological asset is not a multimedia system, but its effective and simple 4x4 traction system inherited from Nissan. The hydraulic power steering and the absence of complex electronic systems are an ode to mechanical simplicity, a guarantee that there are fewer things that can go wrong far from civilization.
Competition
At the time of its launch, the Duster 4x4 was practically in a league of its own. For its price, it was almost impossible to find a new SUV with all-wheel drive. Alternatives like the Suzuki SX4 or the Fiat Sedici were smaller and often more expensive, while established compact SUVs like the Nissan Qashqai or the Ford Kuga belonged to a completely different price universe. The Duster had no direct rivals; it created its own segment.
Conclusion
The first-generation Dacia Duster is much more than a cheap car; it is an icon of smart and pragmatic automotive engineering. It proved that adventure and versatility don't have to be expensive. It is an honest, incredibly capable, and reliable vehicle that won the hearts of thousands of drivers by delivering exactly what it promised: freedom to travel on any terrain at a reasonable cost. A resounding and well-deserved success.