Dacia has announced details of the new Duster Commercial, a van version of its no-frills SUV.
The professional conversion to a LCV (light commercial vehicle) removes the rear seats, and offers up to 1,603 litres of cargo space.
Dacia’s commitment to low prices means the Duster Commercial will be the cheapest LCV with four-wheel drive in the UK.
Time to live the van life
Along with removing the back seats, the Duster Commercial’s conversion sees the addition of a flat wooden load floor and a metal bulkhead. The fixed rear windows are tinted for security, with a full-length load cover also fitted as standard.
From the outside, this means the Duster van looks just like the regular SUV.
Seven colour options are available, including Dacia’s distinctive Arizona Orange. A new front grille, flanked by Y-shaped daytime running lights, gives the Duster a strong look.
The cargo area can carry a maximum payload of 503kg, depending on the model chosen, and can accommodate items up to 1,723mm in length.
Petrol engine options range from 90hp through to 150hp, with a 115hp diesel also offered. The latter is available with four-wheel drive. All other engines make use of front-wheel drive.
A six-speed manual gearbox is standard for all apart from the petrol TCe 150, which has a six-speed dual-clutch EDC transmission.
Fully loaded, light on costs
Entry-level Essential models feature air conditioning, cruise control, electric front windows and a DAB radio with Bluetooth. Comfort versions gain a rear-view camera, parking sensors and an eight-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
Pricing for the Duster Commercial starts at £12,795 excluding VAT for the Essential TCe 90 petrol model with front-wheel drive.
Topping the range will be the diesel Comfort Blue dCi 115 with four-wheel drive. Excluding VAT, the fanciest Duster Commercial costs £17,595.
Orders are open now, with the first deliveries to customers expected in December.
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