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BYD ETP3 vs Dacia Duster comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 16,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Dacia Duster?

BYD ETP3 vs Dacia Duster: Key differences

BYD ETP3

Dacia Duster

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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • moderately lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Dacia Duster is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the BYD ETP3 costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,343 £.

Duster

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Dacia Duster offers a bit more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Dacia Duster is clearly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Dacia Duster delivers clearly more torque with 230 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Dacia Duster offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Duster is moderately lighter – 1,377 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 263 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the BYD ETP3 offers clearly more capacity – up to 3,500 L, about 1,891 L more than the Dacia Duster.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries significantly more – 780 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 327 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Duster is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £16,300
Duster

Dacia Duster

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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Dacia Duster

The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.

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14 Dec 2025, 22:40:05

I find the difference between the two very minimal.
And for almost €20k more 💶 I would absolutely not choose the Tiguan.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,600 £
Price
16,300 - 24,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.6 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
107 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,377 - 1,455 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
4,343 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,813 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
1,656 - 1,659 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
1,414 - 1,609 L
Payload
780 kg
Payload
402 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
BYD
Brand
Dacia
Is the BYD ETP3 offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD ETP3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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