PRESS KIT 2013 October the 31st NEW DACIA DUSTER ALL DACIA, EVEN MORE DUSTER Dacia renews Duster, the last born of the brand vehicles, which adopts: · a reaffirmed exterieur design and a renewed inner design, · new equipments and increasing services, · new engines for advantage of versatility and performance. The whole for an unchanged basic price, from 11,900 €1. 1 French price 1 Launched in 2010, Dacia Duster conquered more than 450 000 customers in three years of marketing. Hardly of this success, and having renewed four of its models with New Logan, Sandero, Sandero Stepway and Logan MCV, Dacia completes the offer and reveals New Dacia Duster. Change outside, revolution inside New Dacia Duster gains a new front-end that underlines its go-anywhere looks. The redesigned grille features a new air intake and the new double-optic headlights include daytime running lights. The interior gets a revamp too, with a brand new dashboard. New equipment and enhanced features, all at Dacia prices New Dacia Duster delivers more: electronic stability control (ESC) and four airbags as standard (on Euro 5 version), plus Dacia MEDIA NAV, cruise control with speed limiter and rear park assist. The starting price remains unchanged, at €11,9002. Engine range extended for extra versatility and performance New Dacia Duster gets for the first time a TCe engine, rated at 125 bhp. This new engine significantly reduces fuel consumption, to just 6.3 l3 / 100 km. New Dacia Duster is available with two versions of the 1.5 dCi powerplant, rated at 90 or 110 bhp, which provides superior drivability with improved acceleration. New Dacia Duster has substantial improvements in acoustic comfort : the overall noise level on board has been halved. A hardworking compact SUV New Dacia Duster maintains all the qualities that made Duster a success, including versatility in use, all-terrain abilities for the 4x2 version and off-road abilities for the 4x4 version. And the same Dacia fundamentals: generosity, reliability and simplicity for shrewd customers New Dacia Duster ships with a three-year/100,000-km warranty, as do all the vehicles in the Dacia range. 2 Price in France. 3 Combined-cycle fuel consumption, currently under homologation. 2 CONTENTS NEW DACIA DUSTER: MORE DUSTER THAN EVER ........................................................ 4 Change outside, revolution inside ......................................................................................... 4 New equipment and enhanced features, all at Dacia prices .................................................. 7 Engine range extended for extra versatility and performance.............................................. 11 A hardworking compact SUV .............................................................................................. 14 AND THE SAME DACIA FUNDAMENTALS: GENEROSITY, RELIABILITY AND SIMPLICITY FOR SHREWD CUSTOMERS ....................................................................... 17 Renowned reliability ............................................................................................................ 17 Peace of mind in use ........................................................................................................... 18 ONE VEHICLE, ONE BRAND, TWO SUCCESS STORIES ............................................... 19 The Duster adventure ......................................................................................................... 19 The Dacia story ................................................................................................................... 20 3 NEW DACIA DUSTER: MORE DUSTER THAN EVER Change outside, revolution inside Emphatic 4x4 looks The front end has been upgraded, with a redesigned grille, featuring two chrome-plated strips and housing a new, low set air intake and new double-optic headlights with daytime running lights. The upgrades underscore the car’s on-road stance and robust, “go-anywhere” character. New “DUSTER”-labeled roof bars with slatted supports underline the car’s SUV character, while new 16-inch “Dark Metal” alloy wheels and “Mud and Snow” tires revitalize the profile of New Dacia Duster. 4 At the rear, new sharply outlined light units echo the styling cues of the front end. Further design enhancements include a chrome-plated tailpipe4, new “4WD” lettering for 4x4 versions, and a new castellated nameplate trim. Duster is now available in a new body color: Comète Grey. Major changes inside The interior design of New Dacia Duster has been upgraded to reflect the exterior styling, positioning it clearly in the world of four-wheel-drive vehicles. The dashboard has been redesigned to feature a central console flanked by two vertical surrounds that emphasize its robust appearance. Darker cabin color schemes underline the strong character and sound 4x4 credentials of New Dacia Duster. The seats have been redesigned, and the back of the rear bench seat reinforced for improved comfort. New Dacia Duster comes with four new upholstery choices, including one in leather. 4 Standard on some versions 5 New Dacia Duster proudly restates its go-anywhere aspiration, both inside and out. “We built on the appeal of the original model and its proportions. Identity components such as the grille have been modernized. We have also enhanced the 4x4 cues of the vehicle, while keeping all its useful features. New Duster gains an even more assertive character while maintaining its initial DNA.” David Durand, Head of Styling for the Entry range 6 New equipment and enhanced features, all at Dacia prices Multimedia arrives on new Dacia Duster with two offers. - Dacia MEDIA NAV, an easy-to-use multimedia and satnav system (some versions). The large 7-inch (18-cm) touchscreen features a clear startpage for intuitive browsing among the functions of the menu : radio, media, phone, card, satnav and settings. Dacia MEDIA NAV includes Bluetooth® connectivity and satnav, with 2D and 3D (Birdview) displays. For a convenient connection, personal mobile devices such as phone and MP3 player can be plugged on USB and jack connectors mounted on the front panel. - Dacia Plug&Radio, the essential multimedia system, is a simple and effective technology comprising a radio, an MP3-compatible CD player, Bluetooth connectivity, and jack and USB plugs on the dash front. Dacia Media Nav Dacia Plug & Radio 7 Useful new equipment To address customers’ expectations, New Dacia Duster ships with more new useful equipment. - Cruise control / speed limiter (on some versions) controls are located on the central console (system activation) and steering wheel (speed setting). - Rear park assist (on some versions) uses sensors fitted in the rear bumper to detect when the car is nearing an obstacle behind it and warn the driver accordingly. - The power window controls, now located on the doors (front and rear) are equipped with a one-touch function on the driver’s side (on some versions). Rear park assist control Door-mounted window controls 8 New Dacia Duster provides even more cabin space and a trunk volume increased to 475 liters5. The new model can carry objects up to 2.70 meters long with the rear bench folded down and has up to 3.3 liters of additional interior stowage space. A new removable, stiff luggage shelf offers easy access to the contents of the trunk and helps to better organize storage. New equipment for active safety … The electronic stability control function (ESC) is fitted as standard on New Dacia Duster (Euro 5 models). The system keeps the vehicle on course in the toughest conditions, when avoiding obstacles, losing grip in bends and driving on slippery surfaces. Also fitted as standard, emergency brake assist (EBA) rounds out the ABS anti-lock braking system. …and passive safety Setting the highest levels in safety for all the occupants, New Dacia Duster is equipped (from the first Euro 5 trim level) with front driver and passenger airbags, as well as side head- and-chest airbags. Drivers and front-seat passengers who to buckle up are alerted by a visual and sound signal (Euro 5 versions). The rear seats are fitted with Isofix fasteners for safe, uncomplicated attachment of baby and child seats. 5 443 liters for 4x4 models with tire repair kit; 408 liters for 4x4 models with spare wheel. 9 PERSONALIZED LEISURE Dacia offers a wide range of possibilities for personalization, with a comprehensive range of accessories. Stronger 4x4 styling Two special packs are available to further emphasize the adventurous look of New Dacia Duster and express its personality. “Adventure” pack includes wing extenders (to protect the wheel arches against abrasion and chipping) and door-sill protectors (to protect against impacts). “Off-road” pack features a footboard and a bull bar6. Accessories that make everyday life easier New Dacia Duster provides enhanced interior protection, with a range of protective mats for the trunk and cabin, a restraining grille between the trunk and the back seats, and seat covers. Additional equipment includes crosswise roof bars, supporting up to 100 kg, and a loading tray. Comfort and peace of mind For even more comfort and peace of mind, New Dacia Duster is now available with front park assist, adding to an already comprehensive range of safety accessories that includes a fire extinguisher kit, an anti-theft system, snow chains and a child seat. Adventure Pack Off-Road Pack 6 In some countries. 10 Engine range extended for extra versatility and performance New TCe 125, a new-generation petrol engine Duster is now available with