SUV · 2018–2023

DaciaDuster

No-nonsense soft-roader. 4x4 versions help on tracks; Extreme and Journey are kit names more than performance.

Best for: Budget SUV and light off-road buyers.

Indicative running costs ~£2,311–£3,301 / year

Power: 130 hp
Economy: 40–46 mpg
Fuel: Petrol
Boot: 445–1,623 litres
0–60: 8.5–11.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

Engine oil

Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook

Oil capacity

Typically ~3.5–5.5 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Dacia Duster at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£2,311–£3,301 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£1146/yr @ 46 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£300–£460 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£240–£400 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

8 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
Access / Essential SCe 115 Basic petrol. 1.6 SCe · 40–45 mpg	1.6 SCe	115 hp	40–45 mpg	~£195*
Comfort / Expression TCe 90 Entry turbo. 1.0 TCe · 45–50 mpg	1.0 TCe	90 hp	45–50 mpg	~£195*
Comfort TCe 130 / 150 Common sweet spot. 1.3 TCe · 40–46 mpg	1.3 TCe	130–150 hp	40–46 mpg	~£195*
Journey / Extreme Higher kit / rugged packs. 1.3 TCe / dCi · 40–55 mpg	1.3 TCe / dCi	115–150 hp	40–55 mpg	~£195*
1.5 Blue dCi Diesel Duster. 1.5 diesel · 50–58 mpg	1.5 diesel	115 hp	50–58 mpg	~£195*
4x4 Part-time AWD for tracks. TCe / dCi · 38–50 mpg	TCe / dCi	115–150 hp	38–50 mpg	~£195*
SE Twenty / special editions Limited packs. Various · 40–50 mpg	Various	90–150 hp	40–50 mpg	~£195*
Commercial / van Two-seat commercial — tax/VAT angle. Various · 45–55 mpg	Various	100–115 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.3 litre

Gearbox6-speed manual or automatic

DimensionsApprox. 4.3–4.6m long · 1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeCommonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressureOften ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

OilUsually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook

Oil capacityTypically ~3.5–5.5 litres

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used Duster

14x4 vs 2WD — confirm on V5C
2Cabin noise is normal
3Towing: check cooling and clutch

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

Clutch wear under heavy loads or towing
Cabin noise and trim rattles
Brake and tyre wear on larger wheels

Dacia Duster FAQs

Is a used Dacia Duster expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£2,311–£3,301 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Dacia Duster need?

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Dacia Duster take?

Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook. Capacity is Typically ~3.5–5.5 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Dacia Duster problems?

Buyers most often watch for: Clutch wear under heavy loads or towing; Cabin noise and trim rattles. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Dacia Duster ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Dacia manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

Dacia owner manuals ↗

Guides & tools

Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN