Duster 3rd Generation
Dacia
2024 - 2025
SUV
Body Type
FWD, AWD
Drivetrain
Description
The third-generation Dacia Duster (2024–present) is a compact SUV built on the Renault CMF-B platform. It features a bold, rugged design, improved interior quality, and new hybrid and mild-hybrid powertrains. The new Duster offers advanced safety features, increased comfort, and excellent off-road capability for its price segment. It remains one of the most affordable and practical SUVs in Europe, with a reputation for reliability and value.
General Information
Height:
1660 mm (65.4 in)
Generation:
3rd Generation
Production Years:
2024 - 2025
Body Type:
SUV
Drivetrain:
FWD, AWD
Engines Used:
—
Drag Coefficient:
0.35 Cd
Braking & Suspension
Front Brakes:
Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes:
Disc
Front Suspension:
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension:
Multi-link (AWD) / Torsion beam (FWD)
Dimensions & Weight
Length:
4343 mm (171 in)
Width:
1816 mm (71.5 in)
Height:
1660 mm (65.4 in)
Wheelbase:
2657 mm (104.6 in)
Ground Clearance:
217 mm (8.5 in)
Curb Weight:
1300-1450 kg (2867-3197 lbs)
Gross Weight:
1850 kg (4079 lbs)
Payload:
500 kg (1103 lbs)
Towing (braked):
1500 kg (3308 lbs)
Fuel Tank:
—
Trunk & Interior
Trunk (seats up):
472 L (16.7 cu.ft)
Trunk (seats down):
1623 L (57.3 cu.ft)
Seating:
5 seats
Performance Range
0-100 km/h:
9.6 - 12.5 s
Top Speed:
170-190 km/h (106-118 mph)
Transmission:
6-speed manual, automatic
Gearbox Options:
6
Performance figures vary by engine modification.
Safety & Equipment
Airbags:
6
Safety Systems:
Automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, blind spot monitoring, traffic sign recognition, hill start assist, rearview camera, 6 airbags, parking sensors, tire pressure monitoring, cruise control, hill descent control (AWD).
Climate Control:
Manual or automatic A/C
Power Steering:
Electric
Classification & Production
Car Class:
C
Platform:
Renault CMF-B
Production Country:
Romania
Factory Location:
Mioveni
Units Produced:
—
Original Price:
$18000-26000
Gallery
Advantages
- Modern, robust design.
- Available full-hybrid and mild-hybrid engines.
- High ground clearance (217 mm) and good off-road capability.
- Affordable pricing for the segment.
- Spacious interior and large boot (472–1623 L).
- Improved interior quality and technology.
- Advanced safety features (lane keep assist, emergency braking, blind spot monitoring).
- Available AWD.
- Low running costs.
- Good reliability record.
- Simple, user-friendly controls.
- High towing capacity (up to 1500 kg).
Pay Attention
- Entry trims have basic interior materials.
- No automatic transmission for all engines.
- Some advanced features only in top trims.
- Infotainment system is basic in lower trims.
- No adaptive cruise control.
- Rear drum brakes on some versions.
- Limited engine power compared to rivals.
- No plug-in hybrid version.
- High demand may cause waiting times.
- Some wind noise at highway speeds.
- AWD only with certain engines.