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Dacia Duster vs SsangYong Torres - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 33800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or SsangYong Torres?

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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SsangYong Torres

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 SsangYong Torres costs 33800 £. That’s a price difference of around 17571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Duster manages with 4.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.90 L. The difference is about 3.20 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.

When it comes to engine power, the SsangYong Torres has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 207 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the SsangYong Torres performs minimal better – reaching 194 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SsangYong Torres pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 339 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 109 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Dacia Duster is hardly perceptible lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1498 kg. The difference is around 121 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers distinct more room – 703 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.

In maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Torres performs minimal better – up to 1662 L, which is about 53 L more than the Dacia Duster.

When it comes to payload, SsangYong Torres to a small extent takes the win – 552 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the SsangYong Torres shows itself to be wins by a narrow margin 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.

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SsangYong Torres

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 9.1 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.70 kWh
  • Electric Range : 462 km
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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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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
33800 - 44600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.70 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1498 - 1618 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4700 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1710 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
1662 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
SsangYong

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What drivetrain options does the Dacia Duster have?

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

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