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Dacia Duster vs Suzuki Swift – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Dacia Duster or Suzuki Swift fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Dacia Duster has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £, while the Suzuki Swift costs 17100 £. That’s a price difference of around 865 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Suzuki Swift manages with 4.40 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 significantly edge – offering 158 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Dacia Duster performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Suzuki Swift tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Dacia Duster pulls clearly stronger with 230 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 118 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Suzuki Swift is distinct lighter – 1069 kg compared to 1377 kg. The difference is around 308 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Dacia Duster offers decisively more room – 517 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 252 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1609 L, which is about 629 L more than the Suzuki Swift.

When it comes to payload, Dacia Duster evident takes the win – 453 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 157 kg.

Who comes out on top?

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.

from about £16,300
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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
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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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Suzuki Swift

The Suzuki Swift is a cheeky little hatch that turns city streets into its playground with lively handling and a grin-inducing drive. Practical enough for daily chores, thrifty to run and kinder on your wallet than many rivals, it's a sensible pick for buyers who want fun without drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
17100 - 21200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
98 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
37 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
Curb weight
1069 - 1145 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
3860 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1485 - 1510 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
980 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
282 - 296 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
112 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1197 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Suzuki

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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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