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Dacia Duster vs Mazda CX-5 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Mazda CX-5?

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

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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 Mazda CX-5 costs 30000 £. That’s a price difference of around 13723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Duster manages with 4.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 2.30 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 slightly edge – offering 158 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Duster is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 9.40 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda CX-5 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 195 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda CX-5 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 238 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 8 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Dacia Duster is slightly lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 252 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers a bit more room – 583 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs evident better – up to 2019 L, which is about 410 L more than the Dacia Duster.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Dacia Duster shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.

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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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Mazda CX-5

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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
157 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 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
1629 - 1671 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
583 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4690 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
195 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
2488 cm3

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

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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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