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Dacia Duster vs Ford Kuga - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 243 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 34200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Ford Kuga?

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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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 clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £ , while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17965 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.

Kuga

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 Ford Kuga has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 243 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs slight 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: Ford Kuga pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 240 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

Duster

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Dacia Duster is somewhat lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 149 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Dacia Duster offers clearly perceptible more room – 517 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1609 L, which is about 75 L more than the Ford Kuga.

When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga slightly takes the win – 550 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Kuga 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.

Dacia Duster
Ford Kuga

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Kuga

Ford Kuga

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 243 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 6.8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 km

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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Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.

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Dacia Duster
Ford Kuga

Costs and Consumption

Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
68 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
55 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 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
1526 - 1859 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
412 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1882 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
541 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Ford
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.