The second-generation Dacia Duster has arrived
in the UK hoping to continue the success story of its predecessor by offering
excellent value for money. Dacia will begin selling the new Duster from June
11, with prices starting from £ 9,995 OTR. This makes the new Dacia Duster the
most affordable SUV in the UK.
The all-new Dacia Duster has been improved and
refined in all areas according to the Renault-owned Romanian automaker. The exterior styling is now more robust and muscular
while the interior features technologies that are offered for the first time in
a Dacia.
The cabin now comes with completely redesigned seats with denser foam
and bigger front cushions for improved comfort and support, while the driver’s
chair also gets an armrest and lumbar adjustment. Keyless entry, Blind Spot
Warning and automatic climate control are a first for a Dacia.
Dacia also claims that cabin noise has been halved
when compared to the previous Duster, thanks to more and better sound
insulation, improved sealants and slightly thicker front windows.
Despite its value-for-money character, the new Dacia
Duster wants to be seen as one of the most off-road capable SUVs in the
segment, offering a high ground clearance of 210 mm and approach/departure angles
of 30/33 degrees respectively. Hill Descent Control and Hill Start Assist are
also present. Just like before, the Dacia Duster will offer an optional
four-wheel drive system.
Petrol models in the UK will be offered at launch
with a naturally aspirated 1.6-liter four-cylinder unit that produces 113 hp and 156 Nm of peak torque. Customers will also get one diesel
option in the form of the 113 hp 1.5-liter dCi engine. Both engines are mated to
a manual gearbox but only the petrol version will be available with all-wheel
drive.
