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Dacia Duster vs Skoda Karoq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Skoda Karoq?

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Duster

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 Skoda Karoq costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12805 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Duster manages with 4.70 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

Karoq

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.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Karoq has a slightly edge – offering 190 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Karoq performs to a small extent better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Karoq pulls noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

Duster

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, Dacia Duster is slight lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 3 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers hardly perceptible more room – 521 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq performs barely noticeable better – up to 1630 L, which is about 21 L more than the Dacia Duster.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Karoq to a small extent takes the win – 549 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Karoq stands out in the key areas 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.

Dacia Duster
Skoda Karoq

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Karoq

Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 L

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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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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Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Dacia Duster
Skoda Karoq

Costs and Consumption

Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
29100 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 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
1380 - 1655 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4384 - 4390 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1841 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1624 - 1629 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
1630 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
192 - 221 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General

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

The Dacia Duster is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.