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Renault Duster I 1.6 (102 Hp) AWD
Overall Rating
Renault 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)
I Overview:
Renault Duster (I). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11 l/100km). With a weight of 1318 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.5 s). The top speed reaches 158 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Duster I received a 3-star Euro NCAP rating in 2011, indicating an adequate but not class-leading level of safety, particularly in adult occupant protection compared to more modern rivals.
1.6 (102 Hp) AWD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is sluggish, especially with the added weight and drag of the AWD system. It struggles on inclines or at higher speeds.
Fuel Economy
Poor fuel economy for its power output, making it an inefficient choice. The AWD system further diminishes its efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent value for money and affordability
- • Good ground clearance and available AWD for off-road capability
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Robust and simple mechanicals, leading to good reliability
- • Low running costs, especially with diesel engines
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and limited refinement
- • Some engines can be noisy, especially the diesels
- • Limited advanced safety features
- • Performance can be sluggish with smaller engines or AWD variants
- • Dated design compared to more modern rivals
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Duster |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (102 Hp) AWD |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | June, 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp @ 5750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 63.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 145 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K4M |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 158 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.9 kg/Hp, 77.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 110 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1318 |
| Max. weight: | 1818 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1570 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 408 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4315 mm mm |
| Width: | 1822 mm mm |
| Height: | 1690 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2673 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1560 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1567 mm |
| Front overhang: | 822 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 820 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 210 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 215/65 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
If you could change one thing about the Renault Duster, what would it be?