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Dacia Duster vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Dacia Duster or Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross costs 41100 £. That’s a price difference of around 24857 £.

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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 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 218 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 300 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 70 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 terms of boot space, the Dacia Duster offers minimal more room – 517 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross performs slight better – up to 1670 L, which is about 61 L more than the Dacia Duster.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Dacia Duster shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.

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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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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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross combines coupe-like looks with crossover practicality, so you get style without the showroom attitude. It’s an affable daily driver that hides a few quirks behind a confident grin, making it an easy pick for buyers who want personality without fuss.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
41100 - 48200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 16.9 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
635 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
487 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4489 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1908 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1571 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
1670 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.90 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Mitsubishi

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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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