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Dacia Duster vs Volvo V60 – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Dacia Duster or Volvo V60 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Dacia Duster has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £, while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £. That’s a price difference of around 25371 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V60 manages with 2.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo V60 has a convincingly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 297 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 4.80 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V60 pulls convincingly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 479 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, Dacia Duster is evident lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 357 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V60 offers hardly perceptible more room – 519 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs to a small extent better – up to 1609 L, which is about 178 L more than the Volvo V60.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V60 slightly takes the win – 506 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo V60 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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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Volvo V60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 6.2 L
  • Electric Range : 92 km

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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Volvo V60

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The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Volvo V60
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Costs and Consumption

Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
92 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
54 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1432 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
466 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Volvo
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.