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Dacia Duster vs Lexus LBX - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 28300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Lexus LBX?

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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Lexus LBX

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £, while the Lexus LBX costs 28300 £. That’s a price difference of around 12000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus LBX manages with 4.50 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.20 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 to a small extent edge – offering 158 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LBX is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 9.20 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Dacia Duster performs minimal better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Lexus LBX tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Dacia Duster pulls slightly stronger with 230 Nm compared to 185 Nm. That’s about 45 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.

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In curb weight, Lexus LBX is barely noticeable lighter – 1280 kg compared to 1377 kg. The difference is around 97 kg.

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

In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs evident better – up to 1609 L, which is about 615 L more than the Lexus LBX.

When it comes to payload, Lexus LBX slight takes the win – 475 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Dacia Duster proves to be dominates this comparison 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

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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Lexus LBX

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Lexus LBX wraps premium touches and a surprisingly spacious cabin into a compact crossover that’s perfectly at home in town or heading out on longer drives. It wears the badge with quiet confidence, serving up a refined ride and clever packaging for buyers who want Lexus polish without shouting for attention.

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5 (2 Reviews)
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5 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
28300 - 40000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
102 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 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
1280 - 1365 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
255 - 332 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4190 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1560 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
992 - 994 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
185 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 cm3

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

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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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