What is the Dacia Duster?
The Duster is a compact SUV from Dacia, Renault Group’s Romanian carmaker. Its taller stance and practical layout give it a distinct place in Dacia’s range. In some markets, the model is sold under the Renault name.
The European model history includes two generations: Duster I, code H79, from 2010 to 2017, and Duster II, code HM, from 2017 to 2023. The second generation carried on the compact SUV format with a new design.
Engines and power
European listings span 1.0- to 2.0-litre engines and outputs from 74 kW (101 PS) to 206 kW (280 PS). The fuels represented include petrol, diesel and LPG. The largest EU registration entry is a 1.5-litre diesel with 85 kW (116 PS), followed by a 1.0-litre petrol and a 1.0-litre LPG version, each with 74 kW (101 PS).
These leading registration entries are from 2020. The range includes petrol and diesel engines as well as LPG versions.
How economical is the Dacia Duster?
The Duster is listed with petrol, diesel and LPG engines. For fuel economy figures, test procedures vary by market: European figures use NEDC or WLTP, depending on the vehicle and registration period; the USA uses EPA testing, while Canada uses a 5-cycle procedure.
EU registration years span 2010–2022. The two European generations ran from 2010 to 2017 and 2017 to 2023.
Questions and answers
How many Duster generations are listed for Europe?
Two: Duster I ran from 2010 to 2017, followed by Duster II from 2017 to 2023.
Which fuels were available?
The EU listings include petrol, diesel and LPG.
What power range is listed?
European versions range from 74 kW (101 PS) to 206 kW (280 PS).