Renault’s Romanian arm has officially unveiled the Dacia Bigster SUV in Germany after presenting the next-generation Duster in Europe. The Bigster, Dacia’s most significant model to date, is poised to launch in the Indian market as a 7-seater SUV, competing against the Hyundai Alcazar, Mahindra XUV700, Scorpio-N, and Tata Safari.
Dacia Bigster: Features
The basic model features a reverse camera, a 7-inch digital driver display, and electrically adjustable mirrors.
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More advanced trims include luxury features such as a wireless charger, automatic tailgate, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, and self-activating emergency braking. Safety characteristics include active emergency braking support, lane departure alerts, and distance alert systems.
Variants and Powertrains
The Bigster will be available in four European trims: Essential, Expression, Journey, and Extreme. Engine choices feature a 1.8-liter, 4-cylinder gasoline engine equipped with a hybrid system and a 1.2-liter TCe 130 designed with 4×4 capabilities for those who enjoy off-road driving. Diesel versions will not be offered.
Dacia Bigster: Dimensions and Design
At 4.57 meters long, the Bigster exceeds the third-generation Duster by 23 cm, providing a roomier interior and trunk. The 5-seater SUV preserves Dacia’s unique design style, adding new elements like an optional two-tone color option and an electric panoramic sunroof.
Affordable Alternative to Rivals
The Dacia Bigster costs €23,990 (around ₹21.24 lakh) in Germany, making it a cost-effective choice relative to vehicles such as the Jeep Compass and Toyota Corolla Cross. Significantly, the base model of the Bigster is offered at a lower price than the entry-level Volkswagen T-Cross. Deliveries in Germany are scheduled to commence in May 2025.
India Launch Details
The Bigster will be renamed with the Renault brand for regions where the Dacia brand is unavailable. In India, the Bigster is anticipated to launch as a 7-seater SUV featuring 1.3-liter turbo petrol and 1.5-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine choices.
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