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Dacia Duster vs Casalini 550 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 17000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Casalini 550?

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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Casalini 550

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

Duster

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Dacia Duster has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £ , while the Casalini 550 costs 17000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 754 £.

Duster

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Dacia Duster has a convincingly edge – offering 158 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Dacia Duster performs convincingly better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Casalini 550 tops out at 45 km/h. The difference is around 135 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Dacia Duster pulls convincingly stronger with 230 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 202 Nm difference.

Duster

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Dacia Duster offers significantly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Casalini 550 is clearly lighter – 425 kg compared to 1377 kg. The difference is around 952 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Dacia Duster offers decisively more room – 517 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 517 L.

When it comes to payload, Dacia Duster clearly perceptible takes the win – 453 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Duster is decisively ahead 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.

Dacia Duster
Casalini 550

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from about £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 - 7.5 L
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Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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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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Casalini 550

The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.

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5 (2 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
17000 - 17100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
20 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
Curb weight
425 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
3000 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1500 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
273 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
45 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
28 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
2
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
479 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Casalini

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What drivetrain options does the Dacia Duster have?

The Dacia Duster is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.