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Dacia Duster vs Ford Puma - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 24800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Ford Puma?

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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Ford Puma

2 (7 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Duster

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 significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £, while the Ford Puma costs 24800 £. That’s a price difference of around 8494 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Duster manages with 4.70 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.40 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

Puma

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 Ford Puma has a barely noticeable edge – offering 168 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Puma is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Puma performs to a small extent better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Puma pulls distinct stronger with 290 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

Duster

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Ford Puma is slight lighter – 1316 kg compared to 1377 kg. The difference is around 61 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Puma offers barely noticeable more room – 523 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs distinct better – up to 1609 L, which is about 326 L more than the Ford Puma.

When it comes to payload, Ford Puma barely noticeable takes the win – 469 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Puma proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Puma is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,800
Puma

Ford Puma

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 125 - 168 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 5.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 13.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 361 - 376 km
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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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Ford Puma

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The Ford Puma is a cheeky compact crossover that blends sporty styling with city-friendly practicality, giving drivers a surprisingly fun and composed ride. With clever storage tricks and a lively personality, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want enjoyment without fuss.

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5 (2 Reviews)
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Reviews Ford Puma

2 (7 Reviews)
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Nigga nigga long
13 Dec 2025, 19:32:50

For nigga boys

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Adolf hitler
13 Dec 2025, 19:32:08

Piece of rubbish
Looks gay

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Dacia Duster
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Costs and Consumption
Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
24800 - 36300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 13.9 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
361 - 376 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
43 kWh
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 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
1316 - 1563 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4186 - 4226 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1805 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1550 - 1555 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
1216 - 1283 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
367 - 469 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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 210 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Ford

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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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.