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Dacia Duster vs Renault Symbioz – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Dacia Duster meets Renault Symbioz.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 Symbioz costs 24400 £. That’s a price difference of around 8151 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Symbioz manages with 4.50 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

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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.

Both models deliver identical power – 158 HP each.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Symbioz is hardly perceptible 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: Renault Symbioz pulls slightly stronger with 265 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 35 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 curb weight, Renault Symbioz is slight lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1377 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers a bit more room – 576 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Symbioz performs barely noticeable better – up to 1682 L, which is about 73 L more than the Dacia Duster.

When it comes to payload, Renault Symbioz hardly perceptible takes the win – 459 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Dacia Duster proves to be has a very small edge and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Dacia Duster is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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

Dacia Duster

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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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Renault Symbioz

The Renault Symbioz feels less like a traditional car and more like a rolling living room that's been told it's allowed to drive — its flowing lines and minimalist cabin are pure concept-car theatre that teases the future of everyday transport. For buyers with an eye for design and a taste for tech-forward ideas, the Symbioz is an alluring vision of what Renault could offer tomorrow, even if it's not yet a model you can park in your driveway.

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Dacia Duster
Renault Symbioz
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Costs and Consumption

Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
376 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Renault
What drivetrain options does the Dacia Duster have?

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.