Compare performance (158 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 17100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Renault Express?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Dacia Duster has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £, while the Renault Express costs 17100 £. That’s a price difference of around 848 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Express manages with 4.60 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
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 evident edge – offering 158 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Duster is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 9.40 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.90 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Dacia Duster performs slight better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Express pulls slight stronger with 240 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Dacia Duster offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Renault Express is barely noticeable lighter – 1296 kg compared to 1377 kg. The difference is around 81 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Express performs significantly better – up to 3300 L, which is about 1691 L more than the Dacia Duster.
When it comes to payload, Renault Express clearly perceptible takes the win – 700 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 247 kg.
Overall, the Dacia Duster shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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.
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 Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16300 - 24900 £
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Price
17100 - 19500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 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
121 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
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Curb weight
1296 - 1390 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
4343 mm
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Length
4393 mm
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Width
1813 mm
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Width
1775 mm
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Height
1656 - 1659 mm
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Height
1811 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
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Max trunk capacity
3300 L
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Payload
450 - 453 kg
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Payload
575 - 700 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
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual 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
75 - 102 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Torque
190 - 230 Nm
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Torque
200 - 240 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
55 - 75 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2021
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Renault
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The Dacia Duster is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.