Dacia Duster Named Best New Car to Own in 2024 Driver Power Survey

06/09/2024 09:12 Share

One of two awards won by the Duster, this reaffirms the SUV’s reputation for value, comfort, and reliability.

Normally, when you ask which is the best car to own, you never really get a clear answer. Everyone has different opinions and what works for some doesn’t for others.

Now, there’s a firm favourite among new car owners, following the 2024 Driver Power Survey. It’s none other than the Dacia Duster. Read on to find out why.

Driver Power Survey 2024

The Driver Power Survey is the largest ownership poll in the country, run by Auto Express. It collects customer feedback on everything from the initial purchase right through to running costs.

Open to owners of cars under three years old, the survey covers:

Buying experience
Driving dynamics
Reliability
Real-world running costs

The survey gives prospective car buyers information and advice using real-world customer feedback. Helping them choose the right car for their needs.

Top of the class – the Dacia Duster

In this year’s survey, it was the Dacia Duster that took the title of ‘Car of The Year’. It was also dubbed ‘Best Small SUV’ for the second consecutive year.

The awards come after record new car sales for the Duster, with over 100,000 sales in the UK since its release in 2013.

So, what makes the Duster top of the class?

For a start, it’s a versatile family SUV that’s packed with features making it perfect for many adventures. Its practical exterior is road-ready with new Y-shaped LED headlights, optimal grip tyres, and a 214mm ground clearance.

Meanwhile, the interior offers comforts like heated front seats and automatic air conditioning. Connectivity is seamless thanks to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with an 8” MediaNav touchscreen.

The Duster is also well-equipped as standard when it comes to safety. Features include a Multiview Camera, Cruise Control, Hill Start Assist, and more. Eco Mode allows you to improve your efficiency by fine-tuning the throttle pedal to reduce strain on the engine.

Together with its robust exterior, comfortable cabin and technology, the Dacia Duster considers all needs on the road. Matched with its affordable price tag and value for money, this makes it a clear winner.

Commenting on the awards, Paul Barker, Editor of Auto Express, said:

“Dacia has proved once more that high customer satisfaction doesn’t have to mean high cost, and the Duster, a car we’ve always rated highly, is a brilliant ownership proposition. Across the board, owners are delighted with their Dusters, and it’s a worthy winner of Driver Power 2024 as the nation’s number one car to own.”

Luke Broad, Dacia Brand Director for the UK, also commented:

“We know how good our cars are, but the real proof comes from those who own, drive and live with them. Duster’s unbeatable performance in the Driver Power survey shows that it delivers what we promise, day in and day out, being made for exciting adventures and demonstrating how you can have both robust quality and exceptional value. With the new model just months away, the current Duster leaves a fantastic legacy with this award showing just how capable it is and why it’s so iconic.”

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The Dacia Duster’s recent praise brings the brand’s trophy cabinet to over 20 UK industry awards. These include Best Value Brand for the sixth time at the Auto Trader New Car Awards.

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