Incredible value for money. Spacious interior. Efficient petrol, diesel and bi-fuel engines. Strong performance in HonestJohn.co.uk Satisfaction Index.
Interior feels a bit downmarket. You might struggle to find LPG. Mainstream rivals are better to drive.
It might not be the sub-£10,000 SUV it once was, but the Dacia Duster continues to offer exceptional value for money in an increasingly expensive sector. Prices start from around £14,000 – and for that, you get an awful lot of physical car for your money.
Similar in size to the Skoda Karoq, Nissan Qashqai and Kia Sportage, the Dacia Duster significantly undercuts even small SUV like the Ford Puma and Volkswagen T-Cross in terms of price. The closest cheapest SUV is probably the SsangYong Tivoli and MG ZS – but even they struggle to offer as much bang for your buck.
So, what's the catch? As the old adage goes, do you get what you pay for? In some respects, yes. The interior does without any of the soft-touch finishes or plush materials you get in mainstream competitors – it looked dated even when the second-generation Dacia Duster first went on sale in 2018. Time hasn't been kind, but Dacia has made various updates over the years to keep the Duster vaguely fresh.
There are now just three Dacia Duster trim levels to choose from, namely Essential, Comfort and Prestige. Even the most affordable model (the Dacia Duster Essential) comes with things like a radio, cruise control and air conditioning as standard – not something that could be said about the old Duster. You'll have to upgrade to the Dacia Duster Comfort for features like alloy wheels and a new-for-2021 eight-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
You can't buy an electric Dacia Duster (the MG ZS EV is an affordable electric SUV, if that's what you're after), but you do get a choice of petrol or diesel power. Oh, and there's even a Duster Bi-Fuel model, combining LPG with petrol power. That's a strange move when the rest of the world is moving towards electric but, with LPG roughly half the price of petrol, it could save you a surprising amount of money.
All Dacia Duster models will be pretty cheap to run, while reliability ought to be pretty good, too – indeed, HonestJohn.co.uk readers ranked Dacia top in the 2021 Satisfaction Index – suggesting Dacia Duster owners are generally very happy with their cars.
Performance can be a little lethargic – particularly from the most affordable models – but the 1.3-litre TCe petrol (available in 130 and 150 forms) will be punchy enough for most SUV buyers. And if you wish to venture off road, look for a dCi 115 diesel 4x4 – it's not quite a true off-roader like the Suzuki Jimny, but snowy rural roads won't be an issue.
Overall, the Dacia Duster is a very likeable SUV. Its interior quality lets it down compared to mainstream competitors like the Skoda Karoq, but it feels well made and offers a huge amount of space for the money. It won't suit everyone but, with prices for a brand new model starting from £14,000, it's a very impressive family car for the price of a city runaround.
While the Dacia Duster undercuts small crossover SUVs like the Nissan Juke in terms of price, it's up there with the Nissan Qashqai and Skoda Karoq in terms of size. That means you get a big boot and lots of interior space.
You can squeeze 478 litres of luggage in the Duster's boot (467 litres in 4x4 models), while the LPG tank of Bi-Fuel models doesn't eat into valuable space. That's because it's positioned in the spare wheel well – so it does mean you can't get a spare wheel on the Dacia Duster Bi-Fuel.
The rear seats don't do anything special in terms of folding and they don't fold entirely flat, either. The rear bench splits 60:40 if required, though, and can provide a total of 1623 litres of luggage space with only two people in the car.
With the rear seats in use, passengers in the back get a decent amount of space. Importantly for families with young children, access is easy thanks to wide opening rear doors and relatively high seat bases. You'll squeeze three adults in side-by-side (emphasis on 'squeeze'), but there's loads of headroom back there and a reasonable amount of legroom.
There's an acceptable amount of room in the front, too, and you get that high seating position that's desirable to SUV buyers. There are the usual useful cubbies and storage pockets, although they're not quite as capacious as they could be. The door pockets are surprisingly small, for example, while the cup holders are unusually shallow.
The Dacia Duster is built to a price and nowhere is this more evident than the interior finish. Everything you touch is rock hard; if you're wanting plush finishes, you really need to look elsewhere.
Still, it feels like it'd take abuse very well indeed. Kids kicking their feet on the door cards shouldn't pose a problem, nor should sticky fingers playing with all the buttons. You're not going to wince when your little ones spill food in the cabin, either, although you can't even get wipe-clean leather seats as an option.
It wasn't that long ago that a basic Dacia Duster didn't even come with a radio, but times have changed and even the most affordable Dacia Duster Essential features a functional DAB radio with Bluetooth connectivity.
From 2021 onwards, the Dacia Duster Comfort features an eight-inch infotainment system. This replaces the old seven-inch system and features Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, making in-built navigation (standard on the top-spec Dacia Duster Prestige) kind of redundant.
It's not the swishest infotainment on the market with slow responses and dull graphics, but it's functional. Much like the rest of the car, really.
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As of 2021, the Dacia Duster Essential starts from £13,995. That gets you the TCe 90 petrol engine, or the TCe 100 Bi-Fuel model. For comparison, a new MG ZS starts from £16,495, a Nissan Qashqai is upwards of £23,500 and a Suzuki S-Cross will cost you nearly £25,000.
Why not treat yourself to the mid-range Dacia Duster Comfort? That starts from £15,495, while the Duster Prestige starts from £16,695. The cheapest diesel model is the Comfort BluedCi 115 4x2, which is £17,345, while the 4x4 version is priced from £19,645.
If you're buying a budget car like the Dacia Duster, you won't want to spend a fortune running it. Fortunately, running costs are pretty low, too.
The most efficient is the Dacia Duster Blue dCi 115 4x2. That's the front-wheel-drive diesel, in plain English. Officially, this'll return up to 57.6mpg according to official WLTP fuel economy tests, while the 4x4 version is good for up to 53.3mpg.
Worried that diesel is dead? Dacia might have the answer. No, not electric or hybrid power – rather, Bi-Fuel LPG. It's a solution off of the 90s, but it could be a good one. If you can find a suitable filling station, LPG is considerably cheaper than petrol. And as you get both a petrol and LPG tank, Dacia says you could travel up to 767 miles between fill-ups.
All petrol Dusters officially return close to 45mpg, which is pretty good for a car that feels it's from about 20 years ago.
Other running costs should be low, too. VED rates are pretty standard across the board now, with most Dusters being charged £155/year after year one. The Duster Bi-Fuel is classed as alternatively-fuelled, so you'll save £10 a year in car tax.
Insurance costs ought to be reasonable (the Duster falls into groups 11 to 15), while a standard 60,000-mile warranty covers you for three years.
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In a market of 'sporty' SUVs with rock-hard suspension, big alloy wheels and low-profile tyres, the Dacia Duster is a breath of fresh air. It's very softly set up, with boingy springs and unfashionably large tyres. The result is a car that'll soak up bumpy road surfaces fairly well, although it doesn't quite match the sophistication of something like a Skoda Karoq or Citroen C5 Aircross.
It also leans noticeably in the corners, much like an SUV from 20 years ago. It's almost amusing, although the light steering doesn't exactly giving you the confidence to press on. That's not what this car's all about, though.
Buy a four-wheel-drive Dacia Duster and you might be surprised by how capable it is off road. It's not quite a Suzuki Jimny, but it'll certainly make light work out of a muddy camping field or a rutted farm track.
The majority of Dacia Duster buyers opt for petrol power. The options are wide ranging, from an entry-level 1.0-litre TCe 90 (avoid this unless you really must have the cheapest Dacia Duster) to punchy 1.3-litre TCe 130 and 150 models. You can even get the Dacia Duster with LPG power, which provides a small boost in performance compared to the standard TCe 100 petrol engine.
If you cover a lot of miles, need to tow a trailer or want to venture off road, look for a Dacia Duster with the dCi 115 diesel engine. This is available with two- or four-wheel drive and, although it's not the last word in refinement, it should be a very frugal choice. Be warned, though, it's hardly the last word in performance – taking a leisurely 10.2 seconds to idle to 62mph.
Most Dacia Dusters come with a six-speed manual gearbox which is a bit sloppy to use but does the job. We're yet to sample the six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission fitted to the TCe 150.
The Dacia Duster's three-star Euro NCAP rating is mediocre at best. Mainstream competitors almost universally acheive the full five stars, but don't dismiss the Duster just yet.
A diesel Dacia Duster can tow a braked trailer weighing up to 1500kg, which ought to be enough for an average four-berth caravan. The rest of the range isn't quite so capable, but all are rated to tow at least 1000kg.
From 2021, the Dacia Duster is available in just three trim levels: Essential, Comfort and Prestige.
The Dacia Duster Essential wears durable 16-inch steel wheels, new Y-shaped LED daytime running lights, automatic headlights, and black roof bars, while inside there’s a height and reach-adjustable steering column, cruise control with speed limiter, seven-function on-board computer, DAB Radio and manual air conditioning.
The Dacia Duster Comfort adds 16-inch alloy wheels, black-painted heated and electrically-adjustable door mirrors, body-coloured door handles, front fog lights, and hill descent control. The interior, meanwhile, gains upgraded upholstery, height-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar adjustment, leather steering wheel, electric rear windows, rear parking sensors with rear camera, and an 8-inch Media Display infotainment system complete with Android Auto® and Apple CarPlay®.
The Dacia Duster Prestige adds 17-inch alloy wheels, Grey Quartz door mirrors and roof bars, dark-tinted rear windows, and an acoustic windshield. Building on the Comfort specification, the Prestige goes further with automatic air conditioning, keyless entry, Multiview camera, front parking sensors, blind spot warning system, heated seats, and an 8-inch Media Nav on-board navigation system with wireless smartphone connectivity for Android Auto® and Apple CarPlay®.
Delays in deliveries of the new model Duster reported. Up to 8 weeks. Diesels especially affected. Base models in white very difficult to get in the UK. Demand v/s supply and "snow in Romania" blamed.
Report of misfire from September 2018 Dacia Duster 1.6 SCe. Misfires intermittently under load, particularly when started from cold. It then continues to misfire when hot. Been back to dealer several times and has had software downloads, etc. Still misfiring. Has never actually broken down. Might be a cracked coil pack cover.
Complaint of various faults with a new 2019 Dacia Duster 1.3 Comfort: 1. Drivers seat creaked and groaned - Dealer fix seat belt stalk rubbing. 2. Wiper Blades very poor at front - dealer fix new bladed as original ones are of poor quality. 3. Media Nav 2 does not display album art and keeps defaulting to first album on the stick, even when playing half way through other albums - dealer fix advised owner to use a smaller capacity mp3 stick (he was using was 32gb). Told to try 4gb or 8gb only. (Old 2014 media nav in previous Duster worked perfectly with the same memory 32gb stick.) 4. Misfire/hesitant from cold - Dealer fix software update performed. 4. Fan motor speed goes up and down constantly so output of full speed is totally unreliable - Dealer fix NONE. Apparently its because of the smart charging system and many Renaults and Dacia with this system have this characteristic. Airflow to front passengers faces is only good when the fan is on full speed but that's hardly ever as the fan speed keeps reducing its speed on its own significantly. No matter how fully charged the battery is, it still has this issue. So even after 100 miles it cycles through speeds. Dusters with full climate control do not display this symptom.
Futher report on above Duster 1.3 (28-7-2019). Engine misfire is still there from cold despite the software update but more annoying is that fuel economy has plummeted from 43mpg to 32mpg. Owner used to get 410 miles on a tank and now its just 330 miles. The car drives worse and is definitely not as nippy either. Hill start assist on hill owner drives every day is unreliable. It works when it wants to. On a steep hill, however, it works properly every time. Media player remains unreliable - electronic issue not fixed. "Fan speed is ridiculous and whether its a a ‘characteristic’ of the car or not is not fit for purpose on a hot day when you want max air towards the face then you can’t get it unless you are braking when the alternator then supplies enough current to power the fan properly. "Smart charging." I'm told, but not fit for purpose and not fixed." Dealer accepted rejection, offering £12,050 to buy back car as cost of 45p a mile for a car that originally cost £13,600.
Complaint of ventilation of new Dacia Duster 1.3 TCe 150 4x4 shutting off air supply after 2 hours on the road. See 28-6-2019: <<Fan motor speed goes up and down constantly so output of full speed is totally unreliable - Dealer fix NONE. Apparently its because of the smart charging system and many Renaults and Dacia with this system have this characteristic. Airflow to front passengers faces is only good when the fan is on full speed but that's hardly ever as the fan speed keeps reducing its speed on its own significantly. No matter how fully charged the battery is, it still has this issue. So even after 100 miles it cycles through speeds. Dusters with full climate control do not display this symptom.>>
Reader complaint that cannot fit the spare wheel from his previous Duster DCI to a new 2019 Duster DCI due to the presence of the AdBlue tank. Reader found this space saver that will fit: https://www.thewheelshop.co.uk/dacia-duster-2010-present-day-16-space-saver-spare-wheel-tool-kit.html
Report of two successive failures of the starter motors in a 2018 Dacia Duster. We speculated that the original failure might have damaged teeth on the flywheel starter motor ring and that is why the second starter motor failed.
At the front, the Duster’s characteristic grille extends to the head lights positioned at the car’s extreme corners and makes the model appear wider. New front lights, including LED daytime running lights, are divided into three sections.
The new aluminium roof bars, a frequent SUV hallmark, extend the line of the windscreen for a more dynamic profile. 17-inch wheels and prominent wheel arches with black wing arch trims highlight the car’s adventurer credentials.
The Duster also features upgraded travelling comfort thanks to a completely redesigned, quality-feel interior and new equipment.
The dashboard and interior have been revamped for comfort and quality. The centre console accommodates a higher-positioned (+74 mm), driver-focused MediaNav multimedia touchscreen display for clear, easy access, with one of the shortest viewing distances of any car.
Seats have been completely redesigned with denser foam for improved comfort and support. The front seat cushions are 20mm longer and the driver’s seat comes with an armrest, lumbar adjustment and a new height-adjustment system which travels through 60 mm (compared with 40 mm previously).
Cabin noise has been halved by increasing the percentage of sound-absorbing surfaces in the cabin and engine compartment from 20 to 50 per cent, reducing noise thanks to improved sealants and plugs and using 0.35mm-thicker glass for the front windows. The car is now fitted with larger-diameter 165 mm bicone speakers for enhanced audio quality.
Same dimensions as previously, but no carry-over body panels.
4,341mm long x 1,804mm wide mirrors folded (2,052mm mirrors out) x 1,682mm high 4x4 (1,689mm 4x2) on 2,676mm wheelbase 4x4 (2,674mm 4x2).
16-inch wheels are fitted with 215/65 R16 tyres.
17-inch wheels are fitted with 215/60 R17 tyres.
Storage capacity in the cabin is increased by 20 per cent to a total of 28.6 litres. The 2018 Duster has the same boot capacity as its predecessor: 445 litres for the 2WD version and 376 litres for the 4WD version.
The 2018 Duster also comes with new electric power steering that reduces the effort required to turn the wheel by 35 per cent to help when parking. Climate control is now available for the first time in a Duster and the improved layout of the cabin features three rotary controls for this matching the three air vents located at the top of the dashboard.
The 2018 Duster is also available with Blind Spot Warning. Four ultrasound sensors located on either side of the vehicle both front and rear detect any other vehicles, including motorcycles and trucks, coming from the rear or the side. A warning light flashes in the door mirror housing if any danger is detected and the new car is now safer thanks to its reinforced vehicle frame, new seat frames, curtain airbags and automatic headlight activation – all features never previously seen in the Dacia range.
The Duster carries over the same off-roading credentials that helped to make the previous model such a success. Although visually a much more imposing car, the All-New Duster offers dimensions close to those of its predecessor:
Off roading credentials of the 4x4 include 210mm ground clearance, approach and departure angles of 30 and 33 degrees, Hill Descent Control and Hill Start Assist make driving easier on sloping terrain, a compass and a vehicle angle monitor.
The 2018 Duster comes with a choice of one petrol and one diesel engine at launch. The SCe 115 (2WD and 4WD versions) and the Blue dCi 115 (2WD) which both use a manual gearbox. (Initially, no EDC twin clutch automatic available.)
To reduce particle emissions, the new direct injection petrol engines now integrate a gasoline particulate filter (GPF). Two versions are available:
A 130PS at 5000 rpm and maximum torque of 240Nm at 1500 rpm i.e. +5PS compared to the previous generation.
A 150PS at 5250 rpm and maximum torque of 250Nm at 1600 rpm i.e. +25PS compared to the previous generation.
After having renewed all its diesel engines with Blue dCi on 4x2 and 4x4 versions, Dacia is launching sales of these new Duster petrol engines available on 4x2 versions and from mid-2019 on 4x4 versions. Order-taking will begin towards the end of the year in the UK.
Dacia is also equipping its range with a new version of its Media Nav Evolution multimedia system, providing easier and faster navigation and new features. Android AutoTM and Apple CarPlayTM that can be used to find the best smartphone applications and provide access to messages plus a more responsive touch-sensitive features and improved screen transition offering facilitated access to the menus.
Featuring the latest systems for reducing emissions, these new engines guarantee increased performance and optimised consumption, still at unbeatable prices.
In addition to the “selective catalytic reduction” system (SCR), the Blue dCi 115 engines operate with a new Air-Water exchanger, a higher injection pressure (2,000 bars) and new gearbox ratios. The Blue dCi 115 4x4 engine has a CO2 output of 123g/km and achieves 60.1mpg (WLTP) with 260Nm of torque at 2,000 rpm. The Blue dCi 115 4x4 is available with a manual transmission across three trim levels; Essential, Comfort and Prestige.
In Essential trim, the Blue dCi 4x4 engine is available from £15,695 and features 16-inch 'Fidji' steel wheels, body coloured front and rear bumpers, manual air conditioning, heat adjustable driver’s seat, DAB radio with steering-column mounted controls and Bluetooth connectivity.
Comfort trim, available from £17,395, adds 16-inch ‘Cyclade’ alloy wheels, front-seat armrest, leather steering wheel, graphite cloth upholstery, rear parking camera and sensors, electric front and rear windows, heated and electrically adjustable door mirrors, MediaNav 7" touchscreen multimedia system (Satellite navigation, USB and AUX connection points) and a 7-function on-board computer, all as standard.
In top-of-the-range Prestige specification, the Blue dCi 4x4 is available from £18,695 and adds even more luxuries with brand new 17-inch ‘Diamond-cut’ alloy wheels, multi-view camera, blind spot warning, climate control and keyless entry.
The 2018 Duster carries over the same off-roading credentials that helped make the previous model such a success with a high ground clearance of 210mm, approach and departure angles of 30 and 33 degrees respectively as well as Hill Descent Control and Hill Start Assist. Also as standard on 4x4 versions is a 4x4 monitor that incorporates a compass and notifies the driver of the vehicle’s angle in real time.
Dacia Duster Blue dCi 4x4 Technical Information
DaciaDuster Blue dCi 4x4 Ownership Information & Pricing
Available with outputs of 130 hp and 150 hp prices start at £14,395 for the Comfort model with 130hp. The new lighter aluminium engine block (shared with Renault, Nissan and Mercedes Benz) includes innovations such as ‘Bore Spray Coating’. This coating technology, used on the inside of the cylinder, through improved management of the heat, allows better performance and increased engine response.
To reduce particle emissions, the new petrol engines integrate a gasoline particulate filter (GPF) and offer better performance than the outgoing 1.2 TCe engines with an increase of 5 hp for the TCe 130 variant and 25 hp for the TCe 150, with the new TCe 150 engine being the most powerful engine ever offered on a Dacia.
The TCe 130 has a CO2 output of 137g/km and achieves 47mpg (WLTP). Torque is 240Nm at 1,600 rpm. The TCe 150 has 250Nm of torque at 1,700 rpm with CO2 emissions of 137g/km and also achieves 47mpg in the WLTP tests.
The TCe 130 engine is available with a six-speed manual transmission in two-wheel drive across two high-spec trim levels; Comfort and Prestige. Priced from £14,395 Comfort trim includes 16-inch ‘Cyclade’ alloy wheels, rear parking camera and sensors, electric front and rear windows and MediaNav 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system, with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, all as standard. In Prestige trim, the TCe 130 is available from £15,695 and adds 17-inch ‘Diamond-cut’ alloy wheels, multi-view camera, blind spot warning, climate control and keyless entry.
The TCe 150 with a six-speed manual gearbox is only available in top-of-the-range Prestige specification, priced from £16,295.
Both TCe 130 and TCe 150 are available in 4x4 drivetrains from mid-2019. 1.3TCe 150 Prestige 4x4: £18,895; 1.3TCe 150 Techroad 4x4: £19,555. The All-New Duster range is also available with a SCe 115 petrol engine (priced from £9,995) and Blue dCi 115 diesel engine (priced from £13,695).
2019 Duster TCe 130 & TCe 150 4x2 Technical Information
2019 Duster TCe 130 & TCe 150 4x2 Ownership Information & Pricing
For more information on the 2019 Duster range please visit www.dacia.co.uk.
Sits above Prestige trim on Duster and is available exclusively in two new colours: Fusion Red and Highland Grey.
On the outside the Techroad editions features special side decals with a grey and red motif and red detailing on the door mirror housings. A red centre cap also features on the Duster's 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels.
On the inside the Techroad features red and grey detailing and stitching, plus the ‘Duster’ logos embroidered into the fabric in the same colour. The same red detailing is on show throughout the cabin, including on the air vents, around the gear lever and the door handles and even the front and rear protective mats.
The Duster Techroad is priced from £16,360, £660 more than the equivalent Prestige model, and is available with both the TCe 130 and 150 turbocharged petrol engines, as well as the Blue dCi 115 diesel engine in 4x2 and 4x4 configuration.
Dacia Duster Techroad 1.3 TCe 150 4x4 at £19,955 on the road is almost twice the price of the base Access version. Dacia Duster Prestige 1.3 TCe 150 4x4 also available at £18,895.
Dacia has added a new entry-level TCe 100 engine to the Duster line-up, replacing the SCe 115. The CO2 emissions and fuel consumption of the Duster TCe 100 are 18 per cent lower than the SCe 115 that it replaces, at 126g/km CO2 and 48.7 - 49.5mpg (WLTP) respectively.
The indirect injection three-cylinder petrol engine, also used in Nissan Micras and Renault Clios, is lighter and more compact than the engine it replaces. The TCe 100 features a turbocharger with an electrically controlled waste gate, an exhaust manifold partially integrated into the cylinder head, twin variable valve timing for intake and bore spray coating.
The new engine is available in 4x2 drivetrain on the Access, Essential and Comfort trim levels of Duster, priced from £10,995. Mated to a five-speed manual gearbox, the TCe 100 offers better performance both in the city and out on the open road. With 100PS and 260Nm of torque at 2,000rpm, it boasts greater energy efficiency and enhanced responsiveness thanks to the turbo, with 66 per cent more torque than the SCe 115.
Duster TCe 100 Ownership Information & Pricing
Available to order with customer deliveries in March 2020. Sits above Comfort model with unique side decals along the bottom of the doors and a shiny black finish for the door mirror housings. Also a special blue centre cap for both the two-tone 17-inch diamond cut alloys on the Duster. Inside, SE Twenty models there are unique blue mesh fabric inserts for the seats, while the same colour is used to pick out the Duster logos stitched into the front seat backrests. The interior is further enhanced by the addition of blue inserts for the surrounds of both the air vents and bespoke floor mats. The Duster SE Twenty is priced from £15,645, which is £650 more than the Comfort version, and is available with the TCe 130 petrol engine, as well as the Blue dCi 115 diesel in both 4x2 and 4x4 configurations. As well as the addition of Blind Spot Warning and a multi-view camera, SE Twenty models feature the same useful list of standard equipment as Comfort models, which includes a 7-function trip computer, air-conditioning and heated and electrically adjusted door mirrors, plus the Media Nav Evolution multimedia system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto®, DAB Radio and Bluetooth connectivity, and the 17-inch Diamond cut alloy-wheels from the Prestige model. Production of Techroad limited edition ended.
Bi-Fuel (Petrol/LPG) version of Dacia Duster introduced. 1.0 litre turbocharged engine offers 170Nm torque on LPG and 160Nm on petrol.
SE Twenty TCe 100 Bi-Fuel 4x2
The revised Dacia Duster is available to order now with the first customers due to take delivery in September. The TCe 130 engine will be available to order later in the year.
True to its heritage, the New Duster is still a family SUV that is ideal for everyday use and also for adventures in nature. Its distinctive design has evolved, especially in respect of its new lights and grille, which give it an even stronger character, and improved CO 2 efficiency.
Inside, it is fitted with a high centre console with a retracting armrest, offers two multimedia systems with a new 8-inch screen and is available with a dual-clutch automatic EDC gearbox. As versatile to drive as ever, the New Duster is available in two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive versions. The latest version also boasts an enhanced 4x4 Monitor system.
For greater simplicity, the New Duster is available in three trim levels – Essential, Comfort and Prestige – and with a choice of efficient engines, including a TCe 100 Bi-Fuel. The top-of-the-range TCe 150 engine is now paired to a new six-speed automatic transmission.
For even more ease, New Duster comes with just two options to choose from depending on the specification – metallic paint and a spare wheel.
Kicking off the range at just £13,995 OTR, the New Duster Essential wears durable 16-inch steel wheels, new Y-shaped LED daytime running lights, automatic headlights, and black roof bars, while inside there’s a height and reach-adjustable steering column, cruise control with speed limiter, seven-function on-board computer, DAB Radio and manual air conditioning.
Available from £15,495 OTR, Comfort adds 16-inch alloy wheels, black-painted heated and electrically-adjustable door mirrors, body-coloured door handles, front fog lights, and hill descent control. The interior, meanwhile, gains upgraded upholstery, height-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar adjustment, leather steering wheel, electric rear windows, rear parking sensors with rear camera, and an 8-inch Media Display infotainment system complete with Android Auto ® and Apple CarPlay ® .
At the top of the range, from £16,695 OTR, the Prestige only adds to New Duster’s already generous value-for-money proposition with 17-inch alloy wheels, Grey Quartz door mirrors and roof bars, dark-tinted rear windows, and an acoustic windshield. Building on the Comfort specification, the Prestige goes further with automatic air conditioning, keyless entry, Multiview camera, front parking sensors, blind spot warning system, heated seats, and an 8-inch Media Nav on-board navigation system with wireless smartphone connectivity for Android Auto ® and Apple CarPlay ® .
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