Dacia Duster Commercial: Practical UK company car with big cargo space

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The Dacia Duster remains a surprisingly roomy and affordable family SUV, but it has expanded its role by entering the UK market as a commercial vehicle. From the outside, the Duster Commercial looks like a familiar Duster, featuring a distinct Dacia Link decal at the front and a refreshed grille highlighted by white accents. The new Dacia emblem also appears on the rear, the door handles, and at the center of each wheel, signaling its updated identity.

Inside, a quiet surprise awaits. The Duster Commercial has been purposefully redesigned to function as a company car, and it is fully homologated as such in the UK. To support commercial use, the interior has been completely reimagined. The rear seats have been removed and replaced with a durable, flat loading deck that creates a generous cargo area of 1,623 liters and enables a payload of up to 503 kg. In practical terms, this configuration delivers 1,178 liters more capacity than the standard passenger-oriented model, making it well suited to small business needs and fleet operations.

Under the skin, the Duster Commercial offers a choice of turbocharged petrol and diesel engines, delivering 90 hp up to 150 hp. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, while a six-speed dual-clutch automatic from Dacia is available as an option for those who value smoother shifting. Customers can also select between front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, depending on the required level of traction and versatility for varying road conditions.

Equipment across the range starts with the Essential trim, which includes LED daytime running lights, body-colored bumpers, black roof rails, 16-inch steel wheels, air conditioning, and power windows at the front. The Expression version adds 16-inch alloy wheels, front fog lamps, a parking camera with parking sensors, Hill Descent Control, and a center differential lock on four-wheel drive models, enhancing capability and usability in more challenging environments.

In the UK, pricing for the Duster Commercial began in the mid-teens of pounds, with first deliveries expected to arrive at local dealers in the months following its launch. The model represents a practical option for businesses seeking a robust, compact commercial vehicle that retains the familiar Dacia traits of value and practicality while delivering a dedicated cargo-focused interior and fleet-friendly credentials. The Duster Commercial’s combination of cargo space, payload capacity, drivetrain choices, and modern equipment makes it an appealing choice for small fleets and sole traders who need a versatile vehicle that can perform daily tasks and occasional heavy lifting alike. For buyers comparing options, the Duster Commercial sits alongside other compact commercial vans, offering a balance of interior practicality and everyday usability for urban and rural operations. [Source: Dacia official product brief and UK dealer communications, current year]

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