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Lexus RC vs Dacia Duster comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 16,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Dacia Duster?

Lexus RC vs Dacia Duster: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Dacia Duster

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 66,051 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Dacia Duster uses 4.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.1 L/100km.

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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 Lexus RC offers significantly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 306 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.4 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Dacia Duster offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Duster is markedly lighter – 1,377 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 338 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Dacia Duster offers markedly more boot space – 517 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries moderately more – 535 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Duster is decisively ahead 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.

from £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 - 7.6 L/100km
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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Reviews Lexus RC

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Dacia Duster

The Dacia Duster is a straightforward, budget-friendly SUV that prioritizes practicality and value over flashy features. Its rugged styling and simple, roomy interior make it a sensible choice for buyers who want capable everyday transport without paying for extras they won’t use.

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4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Dave
11 May 2026, 00:08:47

As a previous owner of a manual 1998 Suzuki Vitara (two door), I was thrilled when the Duster was announced. The Bigster seems like a safer (and less adventurous) alternative to the Duster.

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Buh
14 Dec 2025, 22:40:05

I find the difference between the two very minimal.
And for almost €20k more 💶 I would absolutely not choose the Tiguan.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
16,300 - 24,900 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
268 g/km
co2
107 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,377 - 1,559 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,813 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 kg
Payload
402 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
520 Nm
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Dacia
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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