Dacia Duster gets Efficient Dual-Clutch transmission

For the very first time, the multi-award-winning Dacia Duster is available with an automatic six-speed Efficient Dual-Clutch (EDC) transmission, whilst still maintaining its shocking affordability. The Duster EDC is the most affordable automatic crossover available in the U.K.

Combining the comfort and smoothness of an automatic gearbox with fuel economy and low CO₂ emissions that are similar to those of a manual gearbox, the EDC transmission is certain to attract even more customers to the rugged sport utility vehicle.

Drivers who specify the advanced transmission can now enjoy a more relaxing, simpler, and smoother drive; which is boosted with the EDC transmission, featuring Hill Start Assist. When moving off on a slope, the EDC control unit holds the brakes long enough for the driver to step on the throttle before the vehicle rolls back.

Available on the Laureate and flagship Prestige 4x2 Duster variants, the automatic EDC gearbox is mated to the hugely popular 1.5 dCi 110 turbodiesel engine. Perfectly complementing each other, the pairing returns fuel economy of 26.7km/L (NEDC combined) and CO₂ emissions of 116g/km. The EDC-equipped Dacia Duster will go on sale in the U.K. in October.