Recall Renault Duster 1.6i 4WD (Renault) 2013
Renault Duster 1.6 Expression 4x4. Purchased exclusively for business travel. I want to immediately inform all those present that buying a Duster for themselves, that is, only with what you really need, is a difficult task. You will be sure to impose dopas, which in principle you do not need and at the same time they are prohibitive, but "either you take it with dopas, or wait a year." It's up to you whether you accept this question or do something. Personally, I, a Chelyabinsk resident, flew to St. Petersburg to buy a Duster, because only there I found what I needed from the availability and at a fair price (Expression, four-wheel drive, two airbags, heated seats, air conditioning - no extra ashtrays for 1000 rubles and an alarm for 26,000). True, the color went to red, but after all, blue could also be caught. Having received the keys and a little later, looking for the nearest gas station on Vasilievsky Island, I could not imagine that in six months I would have to get to Krasnoyarsk on this unit, and also visit it in Kemerovo and Novokuznetsk (pictures in the attachment).
Looking ahead, I will say - the word “reliable” in relation to Duster, I would change to the word “tenacious”. This is a damn tenacious unit. You can miss a hole at a speed of 130 km / h somewhere near Omsk, or fill it with donkey urine by mistake somewhere near Samara - he will feel bad, but he will not give up and pull you out. Naturally, I in no way urge you to check it, look for donkey urine and catch holes on purpose. It's just that in the vastness of our Motherland, each of us can get into similar, or even cooler, situations.
The first thing that puzzled me was that to turn on the radio, Duster asked me to enter the "radio code". For a long time I could not understand what was needed from me. The radio code is four digits, which are spelled out in the service book in small print on some random page. Personally, it cost me a whole day of silence in the format of entertainment - "from the sounds only conversations with my wife." Two people with higher technical education (my wife and I) could not find the reason, "why the radio dynamite us?" I had to call the service in Novgorod, and they themselves were looking for him for a long time by calling St. Petersburg. Who and why came up with this radio code? They say a similar system was implemented on the old Focus "ah.
Strengths:
- Unrealistically tenacious
- Suspension
- Head optics
- European 4x4 car at a good price
- Very warm in winter
Weak sides:
- Ejection engine
- Ergonomic slips
- Aerodynamics of a freight car
Review of Renault Duster 2.0i 4WD (Renault) 2013
I drove off 12900 km. Before that was the grandfather of Duster - Renault Scenic RX4 2000 .. I constantly compare Duster with him. In my perception, the RX4 was better than the Duster (except that there was a viscous coupling). Against this background, I composed the following theory for myself: They created a good budget car “Daster” and were horrified, and then who will buy Kaleos and Nissan? And so it began: Let's remove the thermometer, now we will make the seat heating switches on the sides of the seats - let them learn to press the keys by touch. Move the button for turning the mirrors to an inconvenient place. Taak, what else to shit? We will make the gas tank cap without a chain and turnkey - let the carrier hold it in his hands at the gas station. The pockets in the doors must be made so that it would not be convenient to even put a bottle there. Let's take off the trim in the trunk, let the tuning firms earn money. What to come up with outside? We will make the mudguards purely symbolic - let after the first puddle the car will be on the mirrors in the mud. Something like this.
I really don't like Duster's ass. Some kind of inappropriate bulges at the back of the lanterns, bevels at the top. A rectangular backside would make the car a lot more impressive.
Already at minus 1, it is worth turning off the rear window heating - it immediately freezes. On other cars, this problem did not exist at all.
Strengths:
ground clearance, four-wheel drive
I think in the future there will be a minimum of problems during repairs due to the mass scale and availability of spare parts
Weak sides:
ergonomics, interior
Recall Renault Duster 1.6i 4WD (Renault) 2013 Part 2
In the first part of the review, I forgot to mention some important things for which there was not enough time from the first call. Having spent part of my life behind the wheel of this car, it is very difficult to objectively describe the positive and negative aspects, it is very difficult to admit to myself and others that your choice is not ideal, but I will still try to be objective.
In addition to the main disadvantage - the 1.6 engine, the Duster has another important disadvantage - the brakes. Moreover, brakes in a broad sense - the entire braking system, including the ABS. To brake off in a sharp city traffic is a test, emergency braking on a highway is a thriller. Either there is no desired reduction in speed, or an unexpected ABS crackle. The ABS on the Duster is primitive, you should not rely on these loud letters, in some cases it increases the braking distance instead of shortening it, once in the winter I flew into a red light due to the operation of the ABS. In winter, it works unexpectedly and it feels like it completely turns off the brake system. You can install ESP on Duster for 13,000 rubles, I can't say anything, I don't, but most likely ESP on Duster is also useless.
Unfortunately, this is not all. In addition to the low-power, but gluttonous engine (9-11 liters on the highway), a 55-liter tank is attached. With such appetites - it turns out, damn it, how little! On the way from Novosibirsk to Chelyabinsk, I stopped every 400-450 km.
Strengths:
- General tank survivability
- Suspension
- Headlight
- 4x4 for reasonable money
After the hegemony of Asian crossovers ended in the early 2000s, cars of European brands are gaining not bad ratings and are already serious competitors. This article will discuss how to choose between Kia Sportage or Renault Duster.
general information
The manufacturer of Kia cars is Korea. Korean production has long established itself as high-quality machines that meet all consumer requirements. Renault is produced in France, and also has a lot of competitiveness.
The majority of consumers already have a formed opinion about car manufacturers, someone prefers exclusively Korean production, regardless of the existing shortcomings, and someone opts for French cars.
Duster or Kia Sportage? This is a tricky decision because both cars are very similar. Judging by the time frame when the car is on sale, the Korean, of course, will be the leader over the French.
Appearance
Looking at the exterior of the cars, we can say that Kia definitely wins over Renault. Renault's design is more reminiscent of the previous 1992 Sportage model. For French designers, this is a big minus, as it seems that they have no imagination left. Most customers have no desire to buy an outdated copy of a Korean competitor. In this category, Renault Duster is completely inferior to Kia Sportage. But, since everyone has different tastes, so there is an amateur even for such a design.
Inner space
The interior design of Renault covers all the disadvantages of its appearance. Compared to the internal appearance of Kia, then he surpasses him in almost everything. The main and significant difference is the functionality of the dashboard, it contains a lot of functions that are not even foreseen in the Sportage. The Korean, in turn, pleases the eye of consumers with high-quality interior trim.
A fairly significant criterion when choosing a car is the volume of the trunk. At Renault Duster, it is quite roomy and reaches 408 liters. If you lower the rear seats, then it increases to 1570 liters. In Kia, in its usual form, it reaches 564 liters, and with the seats folded down, it increases to 1353 liters.
For people who often use it to carry a large amount of things, Renault Duster will be the perfect option.
Comparison of technical characteristics
Basic comparison of Kia Sportage and Renault Duster in terms of technical characteristics:
- Octane value. It should be noted that Kia needs to be refueled with 95th gasoline, and Renault Duster can function well on 92nd. This allows owners to save a lot of personal money.
- Transmission. Both crossovers have an all-wheel drive system, but have a different drivetrain. Renault has a six-speed manual transmission, while the Sportage has 6 automatic transmissions.
- Engine power. The Sportage has 150 horsepower, while the Duster has 143.
- Engine volume. It is almost the same for the compared cars. The Renault Duster engine is 1.5 liters, while the Sportage has 1.6 liters.
- Weight. Sportage has 1474 kg, Duster weighs 1190 kg. This difference in weight gives the French crossover an advantage in driving dynamics. It is much easier to overclock than the Kia.
- Maximum speed. In this category, Kia wins, since it has 191 km / h, while the Duster is limited to 180 km / h. Of course, these are not significant indicators, but for someone they are quite important.
- Fuel consumption. The most expensive gasoline is Kia. If we compare the mixed type of driving, then the Korean crossover has a consumption of 8.3 liters, while Renault has 7.8 liters.
Complete set
Sportage Renault Duster cars and have many different modifications.
Renault is engaged in the production of several types of drives, such as front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive with connectivity and conventional all-wheel drive.
The plug-in drive is a button with which the rear wheels are connected to help the front wheels.
The Renault car has five types of trim levels:
- Basic Authentique. It has a gasoline engine with a volume of 1.6 liters with a capacity of 102 horsepower. There is both an all-wheel drive system and a front-wheel drive, the transmission can be either mechanical or automatic.
Has three options for engine displacement. The smallest is the 1.5-liter diesel engine with 90 horsepower, available only with all-wheel drive. The transmission can be automatic or manual. Further, there are larger engines already based on gasoline with volumes of 1.6 and 2.0 liters. The largest and of all has 135 horsepower with front and all-wheel drive options. - LE Adventure. This equipment is made for driving on Russian roads. Has 2 variants of engine displacement with all-wheel drive. 1.6 and 2.0 liters with powers of 102 and 135 horses. The 1.6-liter model includes a mechanical six-speed gearbox. The other model, which is produced with a 2.0 liter displacement, has a manual and automatic transmission.
- Privilege is completely similar to the Expression package.
- Luxe Privilege. This configuration is produced only by a 2.0 liter gasoline engine. There are both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. Automatic and mechanical transmission.
Kia Sportage has 5 types of equipment:
- Classic;
- Comfort;
- Luxe;
- Prestige;
The Classic package is basic and has quite rich content. It contains ABS, airbags for both the driver and the passenger, air conditioning, 16-inch wheels. In fact, it has everything you need for a comfortable ride.
The most typical equipment of the Kia Premium crossover is made only with all-wheel drive. The list of options in it is many times greater. Of these, there are climate control, 4 airbags, a rear-view camera, curtain airbags, leather interior, 18-inch wheels. With such a complete set, the owner will fully feel what a comfortable ride and luxury are.
Prices
When choosing a car of their dreams, each person focuses primarily on the price category. After all, not everyone can afford an expensive car. The average price of the Sportage for 2017 was 1,150,000 rubles, in turn, Duster can be purchased for only 650,000 rubles.
Kia Sportage or Renault Duster which is better?
Compared cars Renault and Kia have a lot in common, but each has unique qualities.
Duster has won the attention of consumers for its availability and quality characteristics. Even with a minimal configuration, you can feel increased comfort inside the car. The car is quite easy to drive and perfectly goes off-road. The trunk, in comparison with the Sportage, has an increased capacity, which is an additional plus of the car.
Introductory - for 2 years 65 thousand. For every 100 km - 15% of the run on a terrible dirt road-shaking and off-road, on a good track speed 130-150 km / h, urban mode 30% of the run. Average consumption 9.8
The maximum speed has all the necessary options, the lowest price among competitors.
I am happy about the cruise control, anticorrosive and how the car "holds" the road (well, rubber is not the last place)
Passable, never bogged down yet. although there is where (forest, field 2 times for departure, snow and showers in the range). Yes, not Niva and not Sheviniva (there is an experience of "shit" mixing), and sometimes you have to look at the road, and adequately assess the situation.
There were reviews about poor heating, the ass heats up quickly and hot, the stove quickly draws heat into the cabin, maintains the temperature at 1 speed. I don't like konday categorically, but if necessary, it works fine, especially in the city in the heat.
The machine is utilitarian and fully fulfills the assigned tasks of a semi-rural dweller. A sort of simple and straightforward comfortable mini-truck.
I will say to the blasphemous Duster - buy yourself a Ferarri (though break off for 5 kopecks to find it), and forward along our roads with holes and ruts. Or think before buying what you take and why you need it.
I hardly use the hands-free function. I can hear perfectly, but I practically do not. Weak microphone.
- poor visibility in the rear-view mirror. Especially if the passenger is sitting, whose head almost completely covers the right rear "window". Although I have a "ski" and a view from the left side rack to the right. Side mirrors make the situation easier. They are good, there is no need to readjust when parking.
- maybe not "-" understated speed readings by 4 km / h
- there are no engine temperature readings on the dashboard, sometimes annoying in winter
- drove into a puddle after a heavy rain - the check caught fire. She already waved her hand to correct.
- in winter it is necessary to control the gas tank cap, after washing, do not open, do not close
- lack of rubber bands in the right places. All the dust is "in itself". Especially when you open the rear doors, all the arches are dusty, you wipe with a cloth. For money, I installed a sealing rubber on the hood, the engine and engine compartment became cleaner.
- about short programs - read the "textbook" (instructions). The first for off-road and loaded car (+ trailer). I get under way with the second. The fifth and sixth have a large range, no unnecessary body movements are needed.
Almost every 15 thousand I change the front or rear stabilizer struts. Perhaps off-road shaking makes itself felt.
- under warranty, replacement of the residual oxygen sensor (lambda probe) by 30 thousand
- under the guarantee, the body was repainted in fragments (cracks in the forestry complex of gutters on both sides, chips from gravel on the rear arches and fenders) for 45 thousand. For money, we glued an armored film on the arches.
- 4 times changed the burned out dipped beam lamps. Especially right hemorrhoids change.
- oil and filter change according to the maintenance schedule.
After the undisputed hegemony of Asian crossovers in the early 2000s, European auto makers are gradually rising to their feet and starting to impose serious competition. Today we will compare Kia Sportage and Renault Duster, as a result of which we will determine which is better.
Kia Sportage is rightfully considered a true crossover veteran. The car's career began in 1992, and since that time, the "Korean" is constantly in the "top" in sales. It is worth noting that the Sportage is one of the few crossovers that was also offered in a pickup body. In 2004, within the framework of the Paris Motor Show, a presentation of the second generation model took place, which, by the way, was also assembled at the Kaliningrad plant.
In 2010, this time already in Geneva, the Sportage 3 was presented, which was also assembled in Russia. Interestingly, this version of the crossover was recognized as the best at the end of the year in many European countries. In the spring of 2015, the fourth generation Sportage debuted and received the prestigious "Red Dot" award for its unique, striking design.
Renault Duster was first spoken about in 2008. Its development was carried out by the specialists of the company's technical center, which is located in Guiancourt. It is interesting that the name of the model literally means "anther". Most likely, in this way, marketers decided to once again focus on the excellent driving characteristics of the crossover. The Duster design is based on the B0 module, which was also used in the assembly of Koleos, Qashqai and Zhuk.
In 2013, the crossover underwent the first large-scale restyling, as a result of which it received a more modern appearance and interior. Interestingly, there is also a budget version of the crossover - Nissan Terano.
It is difficult to make comparisons with a car that has been on the market for about 25 years. Of course, Sportage emerges victorious from the confrontation at this point.
Appearance
Honestly, at the first acquaintance with the exterior of cars, one can predict the outcome of this confrontation. If the latest modification of the Sportage, according to many experts, is the reference in terms of appearance design, then the appearance of the Duster is definitely not the brightest and most stylish in the class. There is even a feeling that French designers are stuck in the past - the exterior of their car is very similar to the appearance of the debut version of the Sportage, released in 1992.
But, as you know, “there is no comrade in taste and color”, therefore even such a practical and simple design finds a response in the hearts of many motorists. However, undoubtedly, the victory in this round deserves.
Salon
As unremarkable the appearance of the Duster is, so chic and high-tech is its interior. To be honest, in this regard, he clearly surpasses his today's opponent. That only there is a deployed, multifunctional dashboard "Frenchman", next to which the elements of the Sportage may feel superfluous. But the "Korean" will have a better steering wheel. Also, Sportage boasts a higher level of upholstery performance.
It is worth noting that the Korean crossover is more spacious than its European competitor.
Therefore, the most logical result will be a draw.
Specifications
For comparison, we took the two newest restyled versions of crossovers, which are equipped with two-liter gasoline engines. It should be said right away that the Sportage can be refueled with at least 95th fuel, while the Duster can drive perfectly well on the 92nd. Interestingly, both cars are equipped with four-wheel drive systems, but the types of their transmissions are different. The "Korean" uses 6 automatic transmissions, and the French crossover is equipped with a six-speed "mechanics".
Considering the fact that the engine displacement of both motors is practically the same, the power produced by them does not differ much. So, the Sportage engine produces 150 horsepower, and the Duster - 143 “horses”. However, due to the fact that the “Frenchman” is lighter than his opponent by as much as 126 kg, he can boast of the best dynamism. For example, to overclock the Duster from zero to a hundred, you need to spend 10.3 s, which is 1.3 s faster than the Sportage. Also, the engine of the French crossover is more economical - on average 7.8 liters per hundred, versus 8.3 liters for its counterpart.
As for the dimensions of the car body, the Sportage is 165 mm longer than the Duster and 20 mm higher. But the wheelbase is 3 mm longer for the French SUV. The same can be said about the ground clearance - 210 mm versus 182 mm, in favor of the Duster.
| Model | Kia Sportage 2017 | Renault Duster 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Engines | 1.6, 2.0 | 1.5, 1.6, 2.0 |
| Type of | gasoline, diesel | gasoline, diesel |
| Power, h.p. | 150-185 | 109-143 |
| Fuel tank, l | 62 | 50 |
| Transmission | mechanics, automatic, variator | mechanics, automatic |
| Acceleration to 100 km, s | 9.1-11.6 | 10.3-13.2 |
| Maximum speed | 181-191 | 166-180 |
| Fuel consumption city / highway / mixed | 10.9/6.6/8.3 | 10.1/6.5/7.8 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 2670 | 2673 |
| Ground clearance, mm | 182 | 205/210 |
| Dimensions, mm length x width x height | 4480 x 1855 x 1645 | 4315 x 1822 x 1625 |
| Weight, kg | 1474-1615 | 1190-1415 |
Price
The average cost is 1,150,000 rubles, and Duster 2017 can be taken for 639,000 rubles. The question is: is the "Korean" worth overpaying for?
After the hegemony of Asian crossovers ended in the early 2000s, cars of European brands are gaining not bad ratings and are already serious competitors. This article will discuss how to choose between Kia Sportage or Renault Duster.
general information
The manufacturer of Kia cars is Korea. Korean production has long established itself as high-quality machines that meet all consumer requirements.
Renault is produced in France, and also has a lot of competitiveness.
The majority of consumers already have a formed opinion about car manufacturers, someone prefers exclusively Korean production, regardless of the existing shortcomings, and someone opts for French cars.
Duster or Kia Sportage? This is a tricky decision because both cars are very similar. Judging by the time frame when the car is on sale, the Korean, of course, will be the leader over the French.
Appearance
Looking at the exterior of the cars, we can say that Kia definitely wins over Renault. Renault's design is more reminiscent of the previous 1992 Sportage model. For French designers, this is a big minus, as it seems that they have no imagination left. Most customers have no desire to buy an outdated copy of a Korean competitor. In this category, Renault Duster is completely inferior to Kia Sportage. But, since everyone has different tastes, so there is an amateur even for such a design.
Inner space
The interior design of Renault covers all the disadvantages of its appearance. Compared to the internal appearance of Kia, then he surpasses him in almost everything. The main and significant difference is the functionality of the dashboard, it contains a lot of functions that are not even foreseen in the Sportage. The Korean, in turn, pleases the eye of consumers with high-quality interior trim.
A fairly significant criterion when choosing a car is the volume of the trunk. At Renault Duster, it is quite roomy and reaches 408 liters. If you lower the rear seats, then it increases to 1570 liters. In Kia, in its usual form, it reaches 564 liters, and with the seats folded down, it increases to 1353 liters.
For people who often use it to carry a large amount of things, Renault Duster will be the perfect option.
Comparison of technical characteristics
Basic comparison of Kia Sportage and Renault Duster in terms of technical characteristics:
- Octane value. It should be noted that Kia needs to be refueled with 95th gasoline, and Renault Duster can function well on 92nd. This allows owners to save a lot of personal money.
- Transmission. Both crossovers have an all-wheel drive system, but have a different drivetrain. Renault has a six-speed manual transmission, while the Sportage has 6 automatic transmissions.
- Engine power. The Sportage has 150 horsepower, while the Duster has 143.
- Engine volume. It is almost the same for the compared cars. The Renault Duster engine is 1.5 liters, while the Sportage has 1.6 liters.
- Weight. Sportage has 1474 kg, Duster weighs 1190 kg. This difference in weight gives the French crossover an advantage in driving dynamics. It is much easier to overclock than the Kia.
- Maximum speed. In this category, Kia wins, since it has 191 km / h, while the Duster is limited to 180 km / h. Of course, these are not significant indicators, but for someone they are quite important.
- Fuel consumption. The most expensive gasoline is Kia. If we compare the mixed type of driving, then the Korean crossover has a consumption of 8.3 liters, while Renault has 7.8 liters.
Complete set
Sportage Renault Duster cars and have many different modifications.
Renault is engaged in the production of several types of drives, such as front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive with connectivity and conventional all-wheel drive.
The plug-in drive is a button with which the rear wheels are connected to help the front wheels.
The Renault car has five types of trim levels:
- Basic Authentique. It has a gasoline engine with a volume of 1.6 liters with a capacity of 102 horsepower. There is both an all-wheel drive system and a front-wheel drive, the transmission can be either mechanical or automatic.
Has three options for engine displacement. The smallest is the 1.5-liter diesel engine with 90 horsepower, available only with all-wheel drive. The transmission can be automatic or manual. Further, there are larger engines already based on gasoline with volumes of 1.6 and 2.0 liters. The largest and of all has 135 horsepower with front and all-wheel drive options.
Kia Sportage has 5 types of equipment:
The Classic package is basic and has quite rich content. It contains ABS, airbags for both the driver and the passenger, air conditioning, 16-inch wheels. In fact, it has everything you need for a comfortable ride.
The most typical equipment of the Kia Premium crossover is made only with all-wheel drive. The list of options in it is many times greater. Of these, there are climate control, 4 airbags, a rear-view camera, curtain airbags, leather interior, 18-inch wheels. With such a complete set, the owner will fully feel what a comfortable ride and luxury are.
When choosing a car of their dreams, each person focuses primarily on the price category. After all, not everyone can afford an expensive car. The average price of the Sportage for 2017 was 1,150,000 rubles, in turn, Duster can be purchased for only 650,000 rubles.
Kia Sportage or Renault Duster which is better?
Compared cars Renault and Kia have a lot in common, but each has unique qualities.
Duster has won the attention of consumers for its availability and quality characteristics. Even with a minimal configuration, you can feel increased comfort inside the car. The car is quite easy to drive and perfectly goes off-road. The trunk, in comparison with the Sportage, has an increased capacity, which is an additional plus of the car.
The advantage of the Kia Sportage is all-wheel drive. But, as practice shows, the permeability does not improve from this when compared with the Duster. This car is well suited for city trips, since gas consumption when driving on the highway increases significantly.
It is always difficult to choose a car, Kia Sportade or Renault Duster, which is better for the buyer to decide.
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