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Dacia Duster vs Mercedes B Class - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (158 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 33100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Mercedes B Class?
Duster
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Dacia Duster has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £ , while the Mercedes B Class costs 33100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16852 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.
B Class
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 Mercedes B Class has a evident edge – offering 238 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls clearly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm difference.
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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 minimal lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1405 kg. The difference is around 28 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Dacia Duster offers slightly more room – 517 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1609 L, which is about 69 L more than the Mercedes B Class.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class to a small extent takes the win – 550 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes B Class proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes B Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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Mercedes B Class
Dacia Duster
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Dacia Duster
5 (2 Reviews)
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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Mercedes B Class
5 (4 Reviews)
The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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Dacia Duster
Mercedes B Class
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16300 - 24900 £
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
83 km
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Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
107 - 124 g/km
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
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Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Length
4343 mm
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Length
4419 mm
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Width
1813 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1656 - 1659 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Payload
450 - 453 kg
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 158 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Torque
190 - 230 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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 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.