Renault Duster (2015): specifications, exterior and interior

One of the most long-awaited cars last year was the new Renault Duster (2015). Technical characteristics of the car already in the previews were declared as attractive even for fans of powerful and fast cars. Did the model justify the expectation?

Briefly about the car

Before you talk about what the Renault Duster (2015) technical characteristics, it is worth briefly tell about the model itself. So, this is a compact crossover, which was developed by experts of the technical center in Gwiancourt. For the first time it was presented to the public in 2009. But then the car was presented under the daughter brand Dacia, and it was oriented to European buyers.

Then, in 2014, there was already a "Renault Daster", which could be bought in Russia, Colombia, Brazil and even India. In the same year, produced a million Duster. And even appeared his version, known under the Japanese brand "Nissan". Erde Tung's specialist worked on the design, and Yevgeny Tkachev, the man whose authorship belongs to the concept "Lada X-Ray", was engaged in restyling.

Interestingly, the English word duster translates as "anther". And it's explained simply - an SUV for dusty roads.

Exterior

So, before describing what the Renault Duster (2015) specifications, it is worth talking about his appearance. The crossover was created by French specialists together with the Japanese concern Nissan. The platform was also theirs - B0. She is familiar to many Russians on "Logan", "Sandero" and even on "Lada Largus." True, the platform had to be modified to use other bridges and all-wheel drive systems. An interesting fact is that about 70% of the components of the first generation were borrowed from other models (manufactured by both Nissan and Reno). For example, the front doors were taken from the "Sandero", and the all-wheel drive system - from Japanese cars.

Dimensions are small: 4315 mm in length, 1822 mm in width and 1625 mm in height. The wheelbase is 2673 mm. The ground clearance is very good (which can not but please the Russians, considering what roads we have) - 2205 mm. The tires set 215/65 R16 on either light-alloy or R16 iron wheels.

In the guise of a clearly distinguished effective radiator grille and a fairly powerful, though streamlined body. Optics, silhouettes, lines - everything gives out in the car of the true representative of the popular French company.

Features

The new "Renault Daster" (2015), whose technical characteristics will be considered in more detail, is produced both in full and in front-wheel drive version. The driver with the help of the switch can choose the operating mode of the gearbox - automatically activated all-wheel drive, 4x4 (only with interlock lock) and 4x2 (front-wheel drive).

A high-capacity battery was installed in this car, as well as a 5-liter volumetric washer reservoir. Plus, original motor control programs were introduced. Still experts decided to additionally protect the bottom (a crankcase, fuel-conducting ways).

Interior

This is another important point. And it should be mentioned about, talking about Renault Duster (2015). Technical specifications are important, but more time a person spends inside the machine, so that the availability of appropriate amenities and space is important. In general, everything is very practical, comfortable and inexpensive. Interior was decided to perform in dark colors and add to this the chrome finish of the air ducts. In the top version, however, potential buyers are offered certain elements, leather-clad.

This car has a very spacious interior, which is its main advantage. The driver's seat can be adjusted only lengthwise, but in the top version all adjustments are provided. The steering wheel is not configurable at all, it's a paid option. In the rest everything is in order: devices, from which it is convenient to read the indicators, a practical panel. And the trunk rejoices, it holds 408 liters, and if you fold the rear seats, the volume will increase to 1570 liters.

Range of power units

And now directly about what Renault Duster technical characteristics. And the description will be quite detailed. The first motor is a 1.6-liter, producing 102 horsepower. The second - for 1.5 liters, diesel. There is a variant for both 90 and 110 "horses." The second one is equipped with a turbodiesel. In Russia, however, only 90-strong is available. They can work under the control of both 5-band mechanics and 6-speed mechanics. The first transmission is available for the mono drive, the second for the all-wheel drive.

Another Russian is available 2-liter engine for 135 liters. from. Machines with this motor are equipped with a 4-band "automatic", and a 6-speed "mechanics".

But the main novelty is the turbocharged 1,2-liter engine, which capacity makes 125 "horses". It has one feature, and this is the Eco Mode. Due to it, it is possible to reduce the consumption of fuel leaving for the road due to the blocking of certain functions. Also, an indicator appears, with which the GSI transmissions are switched. He visually notifies the person about when it is necessary to switch the speed.

Packages

Above were listed the main technical characteristics of the Renault Duster. "Renault" also has an independent front suspension, the rear are available for choice (multi-link and torsion, semi-independent). All wheels have vented wires.

Here is such a short turned out on the "Renault Daster" review. Characteristics of the equipment - that's about what was not said. In general, only four options are available. The first is Authentique, the second is Expression, there is also Privilege and the top Luxe Privilege. The basic equipment is quite poor - the ABS system, a single airbag, 3-point belts, an immobilizer, a hydraulic booster, 16-inch steel wheels. The Expression version looks more richly: it still has power windows, DU CZ, railing, the ability to adjust the speakers, the audio system and customizable front belts.