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Dacia Duster II 1.2 TCe (125 Hp) 4x4
Overall Rating
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)
II Overview:
Dacia Duster (II). With 205 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.1 l/100km). With a weight of 1317 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 11 s). The top speed reaches 179 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 II received a 3-star Euro NCAP rating in 2017, indicating adequate but not class-leading safety performance, particularly in safety assist systems.
1.2 TCe (125 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A decent older generation turbo petrol with 4WD, offering adequate power, though less refined than the newer 1.3 TCe.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for a 4WD petrol, but not as efficient as the later 1.3 TCe or dCi engines.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money in the SUV segment
- • Robust and rugged design with good ground clearance
- • Available 4WD system offers genuine off-road capability
- • Spacious interior and practical boot capacity
- • Economical diesel engines with low running costs
- • Improved interior quality and technology over previous generation
Cons:
- • Euro NCAP safety rating is only 3 stars
- • Some interior materials still feel budget-oriented
- • Naturally aspirated engines can feel underpowered
- • Limited advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS)
- • Ride can be firm on larger wheels or rough surfaces
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: February, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Duster |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 TCe (125 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | January, 2018 |
| End of production: | September, 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 5300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 104.4 Hp/l [2mm less] |
| Torque: | 205 Nm @ 2300 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | H5F 410 More details about the engine H5F 410 |
| Engine displacement: | 1197 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 5.45 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 179 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 94.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 155.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1317 |
| Max. weight: | 1867 |
| Max load: | 550 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1444 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 411 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 695 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4341 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Width: | 1804 mm mm [9mm less] |
| Height: | 1682 mm mm [26mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2676 mm mm [19mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2052 mm |
| Front track: | 1563 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1580 mm |
| Front overhang: | 841 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 824 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 210 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.15 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| 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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