The restyled second-generation Dacia Duster keeps its honest, practical character as a five-door SUV, pairing familiar compact-crossover proportions with a choice of petrol and diesel powertrains suited to both city streets and rougher going.
Each Dacia Duster engine is a small turbocharged unit tuned for flexible low-rev pulling rather than outright speed. The 1.3 TCe petrol with a manual gearbox drives the front wheels, while the same engine with the EDC robotic transmission automates shifting in traffic. The 1.5 dTi diesel manual adds an all-wheel-drive drivetrain for grip on loose surfaces.
SUV 5-doors — Dacia Duster Engines and Transmissions
SUV 5-doors Dacia Duster Engines and Transmissions
Dacia Duster trim levels sit on top of the mechanical version you choose, so one powertrain can appear in several specifications. The 1.3 TCe EDC, for instance, is offered as Laureate and Prestige, with the higher grade generally adding comfort and convenience features. Always confirm the individual car, since equipment varies by market and build year.