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 significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £, while the Renault Kangoo costs 23100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6780 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Duster manages with 4.70 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Renault Kangoo with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.50 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.
When it comes to engine power, the Dacia Duster has a to a small extent edge – offering 158 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Duster is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 9.40 s, while the Renault Kangoo takes 11.60 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Renault Kangoo performs slight better – reaching 184 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Kangoo pulls a bit stronger with 270 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Renault Kangoo offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Dacia Duster is slightly lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1585 kg. The difference is around 208 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Kangoo offers decisively more room – 950 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 433 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Kangoo performs convincingly better – up to 3050 L, which is about 1441 L more than the Dacia Duster.
When it comes to payload, Renault Kangoo distinct takes the win – 609 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 kg.
Overall, the Renault Kangoo shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 Kangoo is the pragmatic chameleon of small vans, marrying van-like practicality with carlike comfort and a cheerful, friendly face that suits both family runs and workday hauls. It's sensible, versatile and annoyingly useful — easy to live with, cheap to run and clever where it counts, so you get more space and fewer compromises than the price suggests.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16300 - 24900 £
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Price
23100 - 36200 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.2 - 21.5 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
278 - 285 km
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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
0 - 161 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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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
1585 - 2041 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
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Trunk capacity
500 - 950 L
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Length
4343 mm
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Length
4486 - 4911 mm
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Width
1813 mm
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Width
1860 - 1919 mm
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Height
1656 - 1659 mm
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Height
1838 - 1869 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
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Max trunk capacity
1296 - 3050 L
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Payload
450 - 453 kg
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Payload
400 - 609 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, Electric
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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, 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
95 - 130 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.6 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
130 - 184 km/h
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Torque
190 - 230 Nm
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Torque
200 - 270 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
70 - 96 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
2022 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, A
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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.