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Dacia Duster vs Fiat 600 – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Dacia Duster or Fiat 600 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Dacia Duster has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £, while the Fiat 600 costs 21800 £. That’s a price difference of around 5571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Duster manages with 4.70 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Fiat 600 with 4.80 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Dacia Duster has a minimal edge – offering 158 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat 600 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.50 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Fiat 600 performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Fiat 600 pulls to a small extent stronger with 260 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Fiat 600 is barely noticeable lighter – 1355 kg compared to 1377 kg. The difference is around 22 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Dacia Duster offers clearly perceptible more room – 517 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs noticeable better – up to 1609 L, which is about 353 L more than the Fiat 600.

When it comes to payload, Dacia Duster slight takes the win – 453 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Dacia Duster shows itself to be slightly ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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 600

The Fiat 600 is small, cheeky and utterly charming, a pocket-sized Italian that packs more personality than its size suggests. Ideal for city buyers who want fuss-free motoring with a playful driving character, it puts smiles ahead of spreadsheets.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
21800 - 31300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.10 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
409 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 - 52 kWh
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
0 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
Curb weight
1355 - 1595 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 385 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4178 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1779 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1523 - 1525 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
1231 - 1256 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
427 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

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