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Dacia Duster vs Toyota Proace City Compact Van – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Toyota Proace City Compact Van?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Dacia Duster has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £, while the Toyota Proace City Compact Van costs 21200 £. That’s a price difference of around 4903 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Dacia Duster manages with 4.70 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Toyota Proace City Compact Van with 5.40 L. The difference is about 0.70 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 Dacia Duster has a a bit edge – offering 158 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Duster is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 9.40 s, while the Toyota Proace City Compact Van takes 11.10 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Toyota Proace City Compact Van performs slight better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Proace City Compact Van pulls evident stronger with 300 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 70 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, Toyota Proace City Compact Van is slight lighter – 1358 kg compared to 1377 kg. The difference is around 19 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Proace City Compact Van performs clearly better – up to 4300 L, which is about 2691 L more than the Dacia Duster.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Proace City Compact Van convincingly takes the win – 921 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 468 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Toyota Proace City Compact Van shows itself to be leads convincingly overall 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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Toyota Proace City Compact Van

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 6.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.50 kWh
  • Electric Range : 337 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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Toyota Proace City Compact Van

The Toyota Proace City is a versatile compact van designed to cater to the needs of businesses and families alike. With its spacious interior and efficient engine options, it ensures a comfortable and agile driving experience, making it ideal for urban and suburban environments. The Proace City also offers a range of advanced safety features and connectivity options, ensuring both security and convenience on the road.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
21200 - 37700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.50 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
337 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
0 - 150 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 61 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
Curb weight
1358 - 1837 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4343 mm
Length
4401 - 4751 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1860 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
3300 - 4300 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
560 - 921 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
135 - 186 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Toyota

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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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