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Dacia Duster facelift 2013 1.6 (105 Hp) 4WD
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)
facelift 2013 Overview:
Dacia Duster (facelift 2013). With 144 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1286 kg, it’s quite light. 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 160 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (105 Hp) 4WD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is quite modest, especially with the added weight of the 4WD system, resulting in slow acceleration and limited overtaking ability.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption for its power output, making it less economical for regular use, particularly on longer journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money in the SUV segment.
- • Robust and reliable mechanicals, especially the dCi engines.
- • Good ground clearance and available 4WD make it capable off-road.
- • Spacious interior and practical boot capacity.
- • Simple, no-frills design appeals to practical buyers.
Cons:
- • Interior quality and refinement are basic compared to rivals.
- • Older petrol engines (1.6 105hp) can feel underpowered and thirsty.
- • Limited advanced safety features and a 3-star Euro NCAP rating.
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds.
- • Basic infotainment and technology features.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Duster: 2010 - 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Duster |
| Generation: | facelift 2013 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (105 Hp) 4WD |
| Start of production: | 2013 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 105 Hp @ 5750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 144 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K4M 646 More details about the engine K4M 646 |
| 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: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.2 kg/Hp, 81.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.9 kg/Nm, 112 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1286 |
| Max. weight: | 1800 |
| Max load: | 514 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4315 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1821 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Height: | 1625 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2674 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| 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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