Renault Duster, from 449, 000 rubles
Take as a basis
You don’t have to choose a body, unlike, say, “Kashkaya” - “Duster” cannot be bought in a stretched form. But don’t be upset - with a base that is almost record-breaking for compact crossovers and with a width of 2.7 and 1.8 meters, respectively, the Renault cabin accommodates tall (up to 190 cm) riders on all five of its seats. And the trunk of 408-475 liters (depending on the type of transmission) can be increased by folding the sofa to an impressive one and a half cubic meters with a tail.
At first glance, it’s no harder to deal with motors - the 135-horsepower 2-liter “four” according to the technical specifications most fully reflects the essence of the new SUV, which is significantly heavier than the “Logan” donor. In the absence of a downshift, this particular motor should best level out the lack of torque on the bottoms.
But in fact, it turns out that the box, correctly cut into six gears, has a short first one, which makes it possible even with the 102-horsepower 1.6-liter engine to endure the hardships of suburban outings to nature. And in the city, at least up to 80 km / h, the Duster 1.6 will not be quiet, allowing the driver to enjoy driving.
Renault Duster
Such a “Duster” and country speeds up to 120 km / h are not shy, although in this case it becomes very gluttonous and quite noisy. However, these shortcomings are more than covered by 40 thousand rubles. lower price. So it is precisely the 1.6-liter engine that we will consider optimal.
But those who absolutely need an automatic transmission will have to choose a 2-liter. True, due to the fact that the “automatic” is not yet compatible with the 4x4 transmission, the “Duster-2.0AT” is only slightly more expensive than 1.6-4WD-MT.
Renault Duster, from 449, 000 rubles
Finally, we consider a more expensive diesel modification suitable for those who have annual mileage approaching 100 thousand km and have a warm garage, because even the current, not the coldest winter in the absence of a guaranteed high-quality diesel fuel has once again proved the capriciousness of such engines.
Choosing a complete set, it is better to immediately sweep away the base Otentik. And the matter is not only in meager equipment - only driver air-bag, ABS and power steering. Worse, the additional benefits of, say, air conditioning and heated front seats are not available to the buyer of this version even for a surcharge.
Another thing is Expression. For 43, 000 rubles, you will get steering angle adjustment, lightweight power accessories and even an advanced MP3 radio with AUX and USB inputs, as well as a bluetooth interface. In addition, utilitarian black bumpers will give way to a more elegant, executed in body color, with a practical "neprokras" in a circle. And a couple of rails will add cargo capabilities to the SUV and make the car more interesting externally. Moreover, paying 25, 000 and 6, 500 rubles, you can count on air conditioning and seat heating.
Renault Duster, from 449, 000 rubles
And yet, in our opinion, the "Expression" is suitable only for those who are indifferent to coolness in the summer heat or who wish to receive a modification with a 1.6 liter engine and front-wheel drive. Because the version of Privilege, which stands a notch higher, is only 39, 000 rubles more expensive, but already has the two above-mentioned options, which means that the gap is actually narrowing to insignificant 7, 500 rubles. That is why it is Privilege that should be recognized as optimal.
In "Lux-Privilege" for 60 000 rubles there are alloy wheels, a leather interior, an extended power accessories and a quartet of pillows. But only additional air-bags can be called really necessary, which you will also receive in Privilege for a surcharge.
So, we take the all-wheel drive “Duster-1, 6MT-Privilege” as the basis. At the same time, we would like the car to remain accessible and not go much beyond 600 thousand rubles.
Renault Duster, from 449, 000 rubles
Recommended:
METALLIC (6000 RUB.). It is very inexpensive, in addition, you can choose from 7 shades, and only blue acrylic is free.
RIGHT FRONT AND LATERAL FRONT AIRBAGS (11 000 RUB.). In our opinion, saving on security is not worth it - in the EuroNCAP test, Duster was able to earn only three stars, so there will definitely not be any extra side air bags.
DYNAMIC STABILIZATION SYSTEM (13 000 RUB.). This is not only one of the most important elements of active safety, but also a good help on the road - in the absence of cross-axle differentials, the ESP can cope with diagonal hanging.
LEATHER LEATHER FINISHING (3000 RUB.). Many are unpleasant to constantly feel plastic in their hands, and the surcharge is more than acceptable.
Optional:
REAR ELECTRIC WINDOWS (5000 RUB.). "Oars" in a modern car look anachronistic, in addition, in the presence of children, this is an additional element of safety. But it's up to you.
REAR PARKTRONIC (5000 RUB.). Parktronic will save you time and money, and it costs quite inexpensively. Nevertheless, we leave the choice to you.
We do not recommend:
DISCS FROM EASY ALLOY 16 "(13 000 RUB.). Our best option for such wheels to anything. Moreover, even fashionable shoes do not make Duster a handsome man.
RIGHT FRONT PILLOW OF THE SECURITY (4000 RUB.). We ordered side air bags with her.
WHAT HAPPENED
So, we have assembled our “Duster” - it turned out to be safe, decently equipped, with a motor sufficient in power. At the same time, we managed to maintain an attractive price tag - in comparable equipment all competitors are more expensive. A less powerful and worse equipped Chevrolet Niva, in our opinion, is still a versatile all-terrain vehicle - it is not a rival to urban crossovers.
