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Dacia Duster 1.5 dCi (90 Hp) FAP 4x2
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Dacia Duster:
The Dacia Duster is a family of subcompact crossovers produced and marketed jointly by the French manufacturer Renault and its Romanian subsidiary Dacia since 2010, currently in its third generation. It is marketed as the Renault Duster in certain markets such as Latin America, Russia, Ukraine, Asia, the Middle East, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. The first generation was rebadged and restyled as the Nissan Terrano in CIS countries and India. It was introduced in March 2010, and is the third model of the Dacia brand based on the Logan platform, after the Sandero....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Duster Overview:
Dacia Duster (Duster). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1190 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.8 s). The top speed reaches 156 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Dacia Duster received a modest 3-star Euro NCAP rating in 2011. While offering acceptable adult occupant protection, it lacks advanced safety features common in many contemporary rivals.
1.5 dCi (90 Hp) FAP 4x2 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers slightly better acceleration than its 4x4 counterpart due to lighter weight, suitable for city and light highway use. Still a relaxed performer.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy, matching the 110hp 4x2 variant, making it a highly economical choice for front-wheel-drive users.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs
- • Good off-road capability (4x4 models)
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Economical diesel engines
- • Simple, robust and easy-to-maintain mechanics
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and limited features
- • Modest safety rating (3-star Euro NCAP)
- • Lacks refinement and sound insulation compared to rivals
- • Limited engine power options, especially for petrol
- • High fuel consumption for the petrol 4x4 variant
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Duster |
| Generation: | Duster |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 dCi (90 Hp) FAP 4x2 |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 3750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 61.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K9K 892 |
| Engine displacement: | 1461 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 156 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.2 kg/Hp, 75.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 168.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1190 |
| Max. weight: | 1740 |
| Max load: | 550 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4315 mm mm |
| Width: | 1822 mm mm |
| Height: | 1625 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2673 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 215/65 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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