The New 2024 Dacia Duster: Everything You Need to Know About the Third Generation of the Affordable SUV
The Dacia Duster is one of the most popular and affordable SUVs in Europe, with more than 2 million units sold since its launch in 2010. The Duster has won over many customers with its spacious interior, robust design, and off-road capabilities, all at a very competitive price. Now, the Duster is ready to enter its third generation with a completely new look, improved performance, and enhanced features. Here are some of the highlights of the new 2024 Dacia Duster, which will debut in late 2023 and go on sale in early 2024.A New Platform for a New DusterOne of the biggest changes for the 2024 Dacia Duster is the adoption of the CMF-B platform, which is shared with other Renault Group models, such as the Renault Captur and the Nissan Juke. This platform allows the Duster to grow in size, with a length of around 4.4 meters, a width of 1.8 meters, and a wheelbase of 2.7 meters. This means more room for passengers and luggage, as well as better stability and handling. The new platform also enables the Duster to offer a more refined and comfortable ride, thanks to a new multi-link rear suspension and improved sound insulation.A More Modern and Stylish DesignThe new Duster also features a more modern and stylish design inspired by the Dacia Bigster concept unveiled in 2021. The new Duster has a more muscular and dynamic appearance, with a wider grille, LED headlights, and a sculpted hood. The side profile is more aerodynamic, with a sloping roofline and a higher beltline. The rear end is more distinctive, with LED taillights, a roof spoiler, and a skid plate. The new Duster also offers more customization options, with different colors, wheels, and accessories to choose from.A More Eco-Friendly and Powerful Engine RangeThe new Duster also benefits from a more eco-friendly and powerful engine range, thanks to the electrification of some of its variants. The new Duster will offer a conventional hybrid version, with a 1.6-liter petrol engine and a 48-volt electric motor, producing a combined output of 140 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque. This version will have a fuel consumption of around 5 liters per 100 km and CO2 emissions of around 115 g/km. The new Duster will also offer a plug-in hybrid version with a 1.6-liter petrol engine and a 9.8 kWh battery, producing a combined output of 160 horsepower and 300 Nm of torque. This version will have an electric range of around 50 km and a fuel consumption of around 2 liters per 100 km, and CO2 emissions of around 50 g/km.The new Duster will also offer a light hybrid version, with a 1.3-liter petrol engine and a 12-volt electric motor, producing a combined output of 130 horsepower and 240 Nm of torque. This version will have a fuel consumption of around 6 liters per 100 km and CO2 emissions of around 135 g/km. The new Duster will also offer a non-electrified version with a 1.0-liter petrol engine, producing an output of 90 horsepower and 160 Nm of torque. This version will have a fuel consumption of around 6.5 liters per 100 km and CO2 emissions of around 145 g/km. The new Duster will also offer an LPG version with a 1.0-liter petrol engine, producing an output of 100 horsepower and 170 Nm of torque. This version will have a fuel consumption of around 8 liters per 100 km and CO2 emissions of around 125 g/km. All the engines will be paired with either a six-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and will be available with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.A More Connected and Safe InteriorThe new Duster also boasts a more connected and safe interior with many new features and technologies. The new Duster will offer a digital instrument cluster with a 10.2-inch screen that displays various information and settings. The new Duster will also offer a central touchscreen, with an 8-inch or a 9.3-inch screen, depending on the trim level. The touchscreen will run on the Android Automotive operating system, allowing the Duster to access various apps and services, such as Google Maps, Google Assistant, and Google Play. The touchscreen will also support wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as wireless charging and Bluetooth connectivity. The new Duster will also offer a range of advanced driver assistance systems, such as adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, traffic sign recognition, and emergency braking. The new Duster will also offer a 360-degree camera, a head-up display, and a keyless entry and start system.A More Affordable and Attractive PriceThe new Duster will also maintain its reputation as one of the most affordable and attractive SUVs, with a starting price of around $23,000. The new Duster will offer four trim levels: Access, Essential, Comfort, and Prestige. The Access trim will include basic features, such as manual air conditioning, electric windows, and a radio. The Essential trim will add features like alloy wheels, roof rails, and a leather steering wheel. The Comfort trim will add features like a rearview camera, a central touchscreen, and a digital instrument cluster. The Prestige trim will add features like LED headlights, a panoramic sunroof, and a plug-in hybrid engine. The new Duster will also offer a special edition called the Adventure, including features such as a specific exterior design, a skid plate, and a spare wheel.ConclusionThe new 2024 Dacia Duster is a major improvement over the previous generation, with a new platform, design, engine range, and interior. The new Duster is more spacious, more comfortable, more stylish, more eco-friendly, more powerful, more connected, and more safe than ever before. The new Duster is also more affordable and attractive than its rivals, offering a great value-for-money proposition. The new Duster is expected to be a huge success and to continue the legacy of the Dacia brand as a leader in accessible and reliable mobility. @via Dacia.
The Duster has won over many customers with its spacious interior, robust design, and off-road capabilities, all at a very competitive price. Now, the Duster is ready to enter its third generation with a completely new look, improved performance, and enhanced features. Here are some of the highlights of the new 2024 Dacia Duster, which will debut in late 2023 and go on sale in early 2024.
