Compare performance (158 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (16,300 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,714 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.
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 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers a bit more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.4 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer delivers noticeably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Dacia Duster is only slightly lighter – 1,377 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 61 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers a bit more boot space – 597 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer carries very slightly more – 502 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Dacia Duster is a straightforward, budget-friendly SUV that prioritizes practicality and value over flashy features. Its rugged styling and simple, roomy interior make it a sensible choice for buyers who want capable everyday transport without paying for extras they won’t use.
detailsThe Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
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Price
16,300 - 24,900 £
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 - 445 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
107 - 140 g/km
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,377 - 1,559 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,813 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
402 - 453 kg
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Payload
434 - 502 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, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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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, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction 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
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
190 - 230 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Vauxhall
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