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Dacia Duster vs Fiat 500 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 18800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Fiat 500?

Dacia Duster

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Fiat 500

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

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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 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £, while the Fiat 500 costs 18800 £. That’s a price difference of around 2571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Duster manages with 4.70 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

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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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 158 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat 500 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Dacia Duster performs slightly better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Dacia Duster pulls slight stronger with 230 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Dacia Duster offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Fiat 500 is noticeable lighter – 1141 kg compared to 1377 kg. The difference is around 236 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Dacia Duster offers significantly more room – 517 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 332 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs decisively better – up to 1609 L, which is about 1059 L more than the Fiat 500.

When it comes to payload, Dacia Duster clearly perceptible takes the win – 453 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 128 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Dacia Duster proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Dacia Duster is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £16,300
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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

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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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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
18800 - 30800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.30 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 4
Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
Curb weight
1141 - 1475 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
3631 - 3632 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1683 - 1684 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1527 - 1532 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
250 - 325 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Fiat

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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.

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