The Renault Duster Thread

4x4 drive: Getting dusty in the Renault Duster 1.5 dCi 4x4

You are not a hardcore off-road driver, you don't necessarily want to spend your weekend doing off-road trials or bending your chassis, but you would like to get to a couple of places that a normal two-wheel drive vehicle can't get to.

Also, you don't want to pay a ton of money and good fuel consumption is high on your list of priorities.

In that case, you'll do well to have a closer look at Renault's spunky B-segment SUV, the Duster.

There's a couple of front wheel drive options too if you prefer your driving on tar and well graded dirt roads but we recently had the opportunity to get it covered in dust and try out a few obstacles to get an idea of its capabilities.

On our way to De Wildt just outside Brits though we had a chance to do some tar and dirt road driving which is where most of its time will be spent.

The Duster 4x4 is powered by the enormously popular 1.5 dCi turbo diesel engine that delivers 80kW and 250Nm and is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox.

The Duster comes with a three-year/45 000km service plan and a five-Year/ 150 000km Warranty.

RENAULT DUSTER PRICING

1.6 Expression 4x2 - R289 900

1.5 dCi TechRoad 4x2 - R327 900

1.5 dCi TechRoad EDC 4x2 - R361 900

1.5 dCi Dynamique 4x4 - R361 900

1.5 dCi Prestige EDC 4x2 - R374 900

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4x4 drive: Getting dusty in the Renault Duster 1.5 dCi 4x4

Are you looking for an economical compact SUV that will go places that your regular crossover can’t? The Duster 1.5 dCi 4x4 might just be up your alley.
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New Dacia Duster Commercial van launched

Second-generation LCV version of popular SUV offered with a choice of diesel and petrol engines

Dacia has unveiled the second-generation Duster Commercial, based on the popular SUV and offering up to 1500 litres of cargo space.

Priced from £15,309, the new machine is covered for light commercial vehicle usage at the factory, with the rear seats removed and a flat loading area with no boot lip and opaque fixed rear windows installed. A bulkhead with a load stop is also fitted to separate the passenger area from the cargo section, with four lashing hooks and a removable load cover added.

The maximum load length in the cargo hold is 1557mm (1247mm on four-wheel-drive models), with the machine offering a maximum payload of 492kg.

Whereas the Commercial version of the first-generation Duster was offered with only a diesel powertrain, the new model is available with a choice of 89bhp and 128bhp 1.3-litre petrol engines and a 113bhp, 192lb ft diesel. All use a six-speed manual gearbox, with four-wheel drive offered with the diesel engine only.

www.autocar.co.uk

New Dacia Duster Commercial van launched | Autocar

Second-generation LCV version of popular SUV offered with a choice of diesel and petrol engines
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TOP 12 USED BUY: Renault Duster wins small SUV/crossover category

Now that the winners of our annual Top 12 Best Buys Used Cars awards have been revealed (grab a copy of the April 2021 issue of CAR magazine for the full article), we can take a look at the individual categories.

With some rivals outside of our budget, the Duster is a popular SUV; one model, the 1,5 dCi Dynamic 4WD, is surprisingly agile off-road with its low first gear, good ground clearance, short overhangs and upgraded rear suspension.

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TOP 12 USED BUY: Renault Duster wins small SUV/crossover category

Now that the winners of our annual Top 12 Best Buys Used Cars awards have been revealed (grab a copy of the April 2021 issue of CAR magazine for the full article), we can take a look at the individual categories.
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Must say, I do love by Duster.

averaging just shy off 5l/100km over the last 6500km. That autobox is sublime, a pity though that they don’t offer the Auto with a 4WD option. But, with proper AT tires, it looks the business and is capable of moderate terrain.
 

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Dacia Duster

Shockingly affordable... On the market since 2010 at a city car price, the Dacia Duster has shaken-up the SUV segment. A true revolution by Dacia! With over 1.9 million units sold, the Duster has been the No.1 in retail sales in its class in the Europe's SUV market since 2019.

Following on from earlier generations, the New Dacia Duster is aimed both at customers who are looking for a comfortable, attractively designed SUV and those who want a robust, versatile 4x4.

True to its heritage, the New Duster is still a family SUV with a trailblazer spirit. It is the companion for everyday use and for adventures in the wide-open spaces. Its timeless design has evolved, especially in respect of its lights and grille, which give it an even stronger personality, and improved CO2 efficiency.

Inside it is fitted with a high centre console with a retracting armrest, two multimedia systems with a new 8" screen and a dual-clutch automatic EDC gearbox. As versatile to drive as ever, the New Duster is available in 2WD and 4WD versions. The latest version boasts an enriched 4x4 Monitor system.

The New Dacia Duster will be on sale from September 2021.


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Dacia Duster gains new look and technology for 2021

Value SUV gets Sandero-inspired front end and a larger, updated infotainment system

The Dacia Duster has been lightly restyled to bring it into line with its new Sandero sibling as part of a mid-life facelift.

Dacia’s new Y-shaped headlight designs and a chrome grille mark the new SUV out from the current car, and more efficient LED front indicators have been fitted for the first time.

New aero-optimised 15in and 16in wheels and spoiler designs, in conjunction with new wheel bearings, tyres and the more efficient lights, are said to help cut CO2 emissions by 5.8g/km on the four-wheel-drive Duster.

The lightly revamped interior - designed with input from Dacia customers - receives new materials and a redesigned centre console with a 1.1-litre storage cubby, and an 8.0in touchscreen with smartphone integration has been introduced as standard.

www.autocar.co.uk

New-look 2021 Dacia Duster priced from £13,995 | Autocar

Value SUV gets Sandero-inspired front end and a larger, updated infotainment system
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Updated Duster Revealed

The plucky and charming Renault Duster has been given a mild facelift. Here’s what’s changed.

Granted, what you see here has a Dacia badge on it, but the differences between the Dacia Duster and Renault Duster are miniscule. It’s fair to assume the updates seen here will make their way into the Renault-badged versions.

The Renault Duster has been a phenomenal success both locally and internationally. Since its introduction in 2010, the European sales have almost reach the 2 million mark. Thanks to its value-for-money proposition, capabilities and practicality, the Renault Duster has quite the cult following.

Visually, the updated Duster comes with a new look. The look of the grille and daytime running lights have been refreshed, and the design brings the Duster in line with the new-look Renault Sandero Stepway. The indicators have been replaced by LED direction units and there are now LED headlights too.

The new-look front isn’t just for show as the aerodynamics have been improved too. The new 16-inch and 17-inch alloy wheels as well as the rear spoiler all contribute to improved efficiency.

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Updated Duster Revealed

The updated Duster SUV from Renault/Dacia has been revealed. Here's a first look at the changes and updates.
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Dacia (AKA Renault) Duster facelift revealed

The Dacia Duster, which is sold as a Renault in South Africa, has been handed its midlife makeover and the compact SUV has received a mildly revised exterior design as well as new cabin tech and features for 2021. However, it’s not known how many of these changes will filter through to the Renault version.

At the front end we see a new grille as well as redesigned headlights, incorporating a Y-shaped DRL signature, also mimicked by the new taillights, which remind us of the South African flag. Furthermore, Dacia is offering a new colour called Desert Orange.

The renewed Engine range gives European customers the choice of three turbopetrol and one turbodiesel engine. The petrol options include a 1-litre unit (TCe 90) with 66 kW and a 1,3-litre with 96 kW (TCe 130) and 110 kW (TCe 150). The former two are paired with a six-speed manual transmission and the more powerful option gets a six-speed EDC dual-clutch transmission. The dCi 115 diesel, with 85 kW, is also paired with a six-speed manual and this is the only version available with four-wheel drive. Available driver assistance features include Adaptive Hill Descent Control, Multiview camera and Blind Spot Warning, among others.

www.carmag.co.za

Dacia (AKA Renault) Duster facelift revealed - CAR Magazine

The Dacia Duster, which is sold as a Renault in South Africa, has been handed its midlife makeover and the compact SUV has received a... Read more →
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So TL;DR - is the new version worth the money? Should I wait if i'm in the market for a 4x4 model in the next year?
 
I'm really hoping they introduce an automatic 4x4 version.
I was hoping to get something similar to this as a family vehicle for the wife which can also do some mild off-roading but even though she drove manual for years, she refuses to since the first time she drove an auto.
 
PsYTraNc3 said:
I'm really hoping they introduce an automatic 4x4 version.
I was hoping to get something similar to this as a family vehicle for the wife which can also do some mild off-roading but even though she drove manual for years, she refuses to since the first time she drove an auto.
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I'm not so fussed about manual vs auto - but I'm in two minds whether to grab one of these now or wait for the new Mahindra Thar (which is likely a year or two away due to production delays in India)...
 
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