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Dacia Duster vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or VW Tiguan?

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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VW Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Duster

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 advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17023 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.

Tiguan

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 VW Tiguan has a clearly edge – offering 272 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.90 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Tiguan pulls decisively stronger with 400 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 170 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 somewhat lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 222 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers clearly perceptible more room – 652 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs barely noticeable better – up to 1650 L, which is about 41 L more than the Dacia Duster.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan somewhat takes the win – 533 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan holds a decisive overall lead 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
VW Tiguan

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Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km

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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VW Tiguan

4 (6 Reviews)
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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Dacia Duster
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
33300 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 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
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

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