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Dacia Duster II 1.5 dCi (90 Hp)
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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)
II Overview:
Dacia Duster (II). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1205 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 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 II received a 3-star Euro NCAP rating in 2017, indicating adequate but not class-leading safety performance, particularly in safety assist systems.
1.5 dCi (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most basic diesel, focused purely on economy. Performance is modest, best suited for relaxed driving.
Fuel Economy
Exceptional fuel economy, making it ideal for high-mileage drivers prioritizing running costs.
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): | 1.5 dCi (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | January, 2018 |
| End of production: | September, 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 3750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 61.6 Hp/l [2mm less] |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K9K 656 More details about the engine K9K 656 |
| 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: | 4.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 158 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.4 kg/Hp, 74.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 166 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1205 |
| Max. weight: | 1801 |
| Max load: | 596 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1478 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 445 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 640 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4341 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Width: | 1804 mm mm [9mm less] |
| Height: | 1693 mm mm [37mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2674 mm mm [17mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2052 mm |
| Front track: | 1563 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Front overhang: | 841 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 826 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 210 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.14 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| 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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