Compare performance (158 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 24800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Mitsubishi Grandis?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Dacia Duster has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £ , while the Mitsubishi Grandis costs 24800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8571 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Grandis manages with 4.30 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
Both models deliver identical power – 158 HP each.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Grandis is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 9.10 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mitsubishi Grandis pulls to a small extent stronger with 265 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.
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, Mitsubishi Grandis is slight lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1377 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Grandis offers slightly more room – 576 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mitsubishi Grandis performs barely noticeable better – up to 1682 L, which is about 73 L more than the Dacia Duster.
When it comes to payload, Mitsubishi Grandis hardly perceptible takes the win – 459 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.
The Dacia Duster proves to be barely ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Dacia Duster is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Mitsubishi Grandis is a no-nonsense MPV that hides a surprisingly sleek profile, making family duty look almost stylish. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and built to shrug off daily chaos, though the cabin feels dated and it prefers a relaxed cruise to any hot-hatch antics.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
16300 - 24900 £
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Price
24800 - 35000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.1 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
-
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Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
107 - 124 g/km
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co2
98 - 138 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1359 - 1465 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Length
4343 mm
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Length
4413 mm
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Width
1813 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Height
1656 - 1659 mm
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Height
1575 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
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Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
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Payload
450 - 453 kg
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Payload
455 - 459 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
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 158 HP
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Power HP
140 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
190 - 230 Nm
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Torque
245 - 265 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
104 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
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Engine capacity
1333 - 1789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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The Dacia Duster is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.