This isn’t your typical off-roader because it trades the rugged seems for a low stance and 20-inch wheels
by Thanos Pappas
April 29, 2023 at 05:57
by Thanos Pappas
The Dacia Duster is called a value-for-money proposal, however most homeowners choose the flagship Excessive trim. German supplier CarPoint is aware of that, which is why they construct much more particular variations of the SUV with further options. An indicative instance is the pictured Duster CarPoint Yellow Version trying just like the performance-focused trim that by no means existed from the manufacturing facility.
The obvious modification is the brand new set of five-spoke 20-inch alloy wheels completed in black with yellow accents. The broader low-profile tires will certainly restrict the off-road credentials of the Duster, as will the considerably lowered suspension that brings it nearer to the bottom giving it a sportier stance. The rugged character of the Romanian SUV is certainly one of its predominant promoting factors however we’re positive that some consumers have been solely planning on utilizing it on the tarmac so there’ll probably be an viewers for this construct.
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The SUV has a placing yellow wrap contrasting with the black cladding across the bodywork and that includes “CarPoint Version” graphics on the rear quarter panels. Moreover, the Duster comes fitted with a bull bar on the entrance, operating boards on the edges, and customized twin exhaust pipes on the again. Lastly, the grille with the brand new Dacia emblem will get yellow accents to face out from the Duster crowd. Optionally available options embrace a trailer hitch (fastened or removable), an additional set of 16-inch alloy wheels shod in winter tires, and/or all-weather tires on the usual 20-inch rims.
Adjustments are much less apparent contained in the cabin, as they’re restricted to branded stainless-steel door sills and velour flooring mats. The particular version builds on the high-spec Status which comes customary with the 8-inch Media Nav infotainment, multi-view digital camera, auto local weather management, heated seats, cruise management, and so forth. Having stated that, the laborious scratchy plastics everywhere in the inside give away the budget-friendly nature of the mannequin.
The sporty-looking Duster doesn’t get any efficiency upgrades however it’s primarily based on the 1.3 TCe 150 4WD trim which is essentially the most highly effective of the vary. The turbocharged 1.3-liter engine produces 148 hp (110 kW / 150 PS) and 250 Nm (184.4 lb-ft) of torque proper from the manufacturing facility, sending energy to all 4 wheels by way of a six-speed guide transmission.
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The Dacia Duster CarPoint Yellow Version is listed for €33,990 ($37,486), which appears like a good value contemplating the additional equipment. Shopping by way of the supplier’s stock we discovered loads of “CarPoint Version” specials with totally different liveries and totally different powertrain choices. In 2024 we count on the all-new era of the Dacia Duster to reach, though we doubt that the automaker would ever contemplate a sporty variant of the SUV, leaving it solely as much as tuners.
