Especificaciones y análisis del Dacia Duster
Power
125HP
Torque
205Nm
Consumption
6.2l/100
Emissions
138g/km
0-100 km/h
10.4s
Top Speed
177km/h
Weight
1275kg
Price
15,150€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
445 L
50 L
92 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Dacia Duster Comfort TCE 92 kW (125 CV) 4x2 · 125 CV (2018)
General description
The 2018 Dacia Duster is not just a car; it's the embodiment of a smart purchase. It represents the evolution of an icon that democratized the SUV segment, offering an honest, robust, and surprisingly capable proposition, wrapped in a price that challenged the entire industry. It's the adventure companion your heart desires and your wallet can afford.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 1.2 TCe 125 hp engine feels energetic and willing, moving the car with unexpected ease thanks to the turbo. It won't pin you to your seat, but its 10.4-second acceleration to 100 km/h is more than enough to feel agile in daily use and competent on the highway. The suspension has a clear focus on comfort, absorbing road imperfections with a smoothness that invites you to escape onto broken paths. It's a car that conveys confidence and simplicity, a reliable tool that delivers on its promise without gimmicks.
Design and aesthetics
This generation was a giant leap in visual appeal. The 2018 Duster looks more muscular and poised, with an imposing grille and square taillights that give it an unmistakable personality. It projects a rugged and adventurous off-roader image. Inside, pragmatism is king: the plastics are hard but durable, and the design, though simple, is infinitely more ergonomic and pleasant than its predecessor. It's a space designed to be lived in and used without fear.
Technology and features
The onboard technology is just what's necessary, a reflection of its philosophy of focusing on the essentials. The Comfort trim offers features like air conditioning and a functional audio system, avoiding complexities that would increase the price. You won't find giant screens or the latest generation of driving assistants, but you will find clear instrumentation and easy-to-operate controls. It's proven, reliable, and uncomplicated technology, designed to always work.
Competition
At its launch, the Duster competed in a league of its own due to its price-to-product ratio. However, it faced models like the SsangYong Tivoli or the Suzuki Vitara, which perhaps offered more equipment or refinement at a higher cost. Even the entry-level versions of bestsellers like the Renault Captur or the Peugeot 2008 could be considered alternatives, although none managed to match the Duster's sense of space and robustness for the same money.
Conclusion
The Dacia Duster 1.2 TCe is a brilliant and rational choice. It's a vehicle that gives you freedom: the freedom to take your family, to carry everything you need in its huge 445-liter trunk, and to explore new paths without worry. It's proof that you don't need a large outlay to have a great car. Its honesty, space, and adventurous spirit make it an emotionally satisfying and economically sensible purchase.