Especificaciones y análisis del Dacia Duster
Power
116HP
Torque
260Nm
Consumption
5l/100
Emissions
131g/km
0-100 km/h
10.5s
Top Speed
179km/h
Weight
1320kg
Price
17,650€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
445 L
50 L
85 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Dacia Duster Prestige Blue dCi 85 kW (115 CV) 4x2 · 116 CV (2020)
General description
The Dacia Duster is not just a car, it's a statement of intent. It's proof that intelligence and honesty can conquer the market. This SUV has won the hearts of thousands of drivers by offering a robustness and practicality that seemed forgotten, all wrapped in a price that makes you feel like you've made the smartest purchase of your life.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel of the Duster with the 115 HP Blue dCi engine, the feeling is one of confidence and sufficiency. It doesn't seek speed records, but to get you to your destination with astonishing efficiency and a capable response thanks to its good torque from low revs. Its six-speed manual gearbox is a faithful companion and its suspension, although simple, absorbs irregularities with surprising dignity, conveying a sense of strength that invites adventure, even in this front-wheel drive. It's a car that feels solid, a loyal friend for daily life and weekend getaways.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the 2018 Duster is an evolution that suits it wonderfully. It shed any complexes to appear muscular, with marked wheel arches and an imposing presence that screams 'SUV' from every angle. Inside, the philosophy is the same: function prevails over luxury. The materials are hard, designed to last and withstand the daily treatment of a family, but the assembly is correct and the space, especially its 445-liter trunk, is simply generous. It's a cabin to be lived in, not just admired.
Technology and features
In its Prestige trim, the Duster is equipped with just the right and necessary technology to make life on board more comfortable. Don't expect an overwhelming display of screens and assistants, but a functional multimedia system that does its job, basic connectivity, and essential driving aids. Elements like the Stop & Start system or the electric power steering show that efficiency and comfort are not at odds with a tight price. It's technology at the service of logic, without gimmicks.
Competition
Finding a direct rival for the Duster is a complex task because it plays in a league of its own. While other compact SUVs focus on design or the latest technology at a higher price, the Duster focuses on space, robustness, and an unbeatable cost. We could think of entry-level models from other brands, but none manage to offer that feeling of a 'tough' and spacious car for so little. It is the undisputed king of the space-price ratio, a car that competes more with the buyer's logic than with other models on the market.
Conclusion
The Dacia Duster Prestige Blue dCi is much more than an economical purchase; it is a rational and emotionally satisfying choice. It's the car that shows you that you don't need to spend a fortune to have a capable, spacious, and reliable vehicle to accompany you in all facets of your life. Driving a Duster means carrying with you the certainty of having chosen well, of having prioritized what truly matters. It is, in essence, the freedom to enjoy life without superfluous ties.