Renault Duster is perhaps the most successful project of the company over the past few years. Appearing in 2010, the then-unknown Duster instantly received recognition among many motorists. It is its price, comfort and build quality that made the new product the most popular in Europe and the CIS. Six months later, he outranked even the most successful, seemingly, model of the Nissan Qashqai SUV. True, many owners complained about the lack of a diesel engine in the configuration. At first, Renault Duster was sold only in gasoline. However, the situation soon stabilized and now it is possible to purchase not only gasoline, but also a diesel modification. Let's consider it in more detail.
Renault Duster diesel - owner reviews on design and specifications
Outwardly, there are practically no differences between the gasoline and diesel versions of the crossover (with the exception of TDI stampings). The main feature is hiding under the hood. Here is a 1.5-liter unit with a capacity of 90 horsepower. The peak of its torque at 1750 rpm is about 200 N / m.
According to reviews, Renault Duster diesel is very dynamic and its thrust is more than enough for normal acceleration. Moreover, he is gaining speed briskly, not only on asphalt, which is essentially his main element, but also on impassable roads. By the way, Renault Duster can’t be called a SUV, although the passenger Logan was used here as a platform. This crossover has the function of turning on all-wheel drive, which makes it possible to confidently move off-road. Gravel, sand, fords and a primer - this is not an obstacle for the Renault Duster SUV diesel.
Owner reviews, in addition to high traction and maneuverability, also note the quality performance of the cabin. Despite the fact that Renault Duster is the most affordable crossover, the quality of its materials and interior design as a whole is far from budgetary. Fabric upholstery, a proprietary Bluetooth audio system with a USB connector, front electric windows, an anti-lock wheel system , a central locking with D / A - this is not the whole list of “bells and whistles” that are included in the Renault Duster diesel package. Owner reviews also note the possibility of optional equipping with an air recirculation system, immobilizer and tinted windows.
About the "bells and whistles"
Among the nice little things, it is worth noting the presence of a hydraulic power steering and steering column adjustment , which the driver can adjust according to the angle of inclination. Unfortunately, the "base" will not include alloy wheels, only steel. Nevertheless, Renault Duster is not a Mercedes Gelendvagen, the abundance of electronic and other “lotions” here is limited by the price category.
Cost
By the way, about the price category of the Renault Duster crossover diesel. Driver reviews say that such an SUV worth 639 thousand rubles is simply impossible to find on the Russian market. However, the price still bites, if you compare it with a gasoline modification, which costs less than 450 thousand rubles.