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Dacia Duster vs Fiat Qubo comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (16,300 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Fiat Qubo?

Dacia Duster vs Fiat Qubo: Key differences

Dacia Duster

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Fiat Qubo

  • considerably more trunk space
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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

Duster

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Dacia Duster is noticeably cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the Fiat Qubo costs 21,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Dacia Duster uses 4.7 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Fiat Qubo with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Qubo

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 slightly more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Duster is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 9.4 s, while the Fiat Qubo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Fiat Qubo delivers visibly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

Duster

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.

Seats: Fiat Qubo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Duster is marginally lighter – 1,377 kg compared to 1,401 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Qubo offers considerably more boot space – 1,900 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 1,383 L.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Qubo carries clearly more – 770 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 317 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Qubo 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.

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Fiat Qubo

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.5 - 6.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 340 km
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Dacia Duster

The Dacia Duster is a straightforward, budget-friendly SUV that prioritizes practicality and value over flashy features. Its rugged styling and simple, roomy interior make it a sensible choice for buyers who want capable everyday transport without paying for extras they won’t use.

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Reviews Dacia Duster

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Dave
11 May 2026, 00:08:47

As a previous owner of a manual 1998 Suzuki Vitara (two door), I was thrilled when the Duster was announced. The Bigster seems like a safer (and less adventurous) alternative to the Duster.

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Buh
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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Value for Money

Fiat Qubo

The Fiat Qubo is a compact, boxy people carrier that makes daily chores feel less like a battle, with a surprisingly roomy interior and clever sliding doors that make loading kids or shopping embarrassingly simple. It’s not trying to be a sports car — instead it’s a sensible, easy-to-park city partner that rewards practicality with low running costs and a cheery Italian twinkle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,300 - 24,900 £
Price
21,000 - 34,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
340 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
107 - 140 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,377 - 1,559 kg
Curb weight
1,401 - 1,736 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
1,355 - 1,900 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,813 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 - 453 kg
Payload
624 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 12.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Fiat
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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