Dacia Bigster Makes Spy Debut As Duster's Bigger Sibling Due in 2025

The upcoming model borrows styling cues from the latest-generation Duster and the 2021 study. Even beneath the thick camouflage, its face looks similar to the Duster's. This applies to the grille's shape and size, the bumper's large intake and side vents that sit further down here, and the headlamps, which appear to have identical graphics.

Out back, the changes seem more significant. At first glance, the bumper has a cleaner design, yet that could be the camouflage doing its job. The tailgate has a different design, a narrower recess for the license plate holder, and should display the Dacia name above it. On the other hand, the taillamps seem to have the same shape and pattern as those equipping the latest Duster.

A side-by-side comparison with the Duster reveals that the Bigster has a slightly longer wheelbase, which is understandable, as it should launch with seating for seven that could be optional, as base versions might get a five-seat layout. The front overhang is about the same size, and the rear one is significantly longer. It is also interesting that the rear windscreen is less arched, and we all know what this means, don’t we? Yep, a superior cargo area.

The Dacia Bigster will likely feature a dashboard panel almost identical to the new Duster. It might get the same 10.1-inch infotainment display and 7-inch digital gauges. The grips that can hold various items might make their way to this upcoming model, too. We wouldn't be surprised to see the same steering wheel, air vents, buttons, knobs, and so on. However, we expect the Romanian automaker, which operates under Renault's umbrella, to give it some distinctive touches.

Beneath the skin lies the same CMF-B platform spread throughout Dacia's entire model range and other Renault Group products. The Bigster is understood to feature the same powertrains as the latest Duster, including the mild-hybrid, hybrid, and bi-fuel offerings. The most potent version of the Duster is the Hybrid 140, which uses a self-charging assembly for a combined 138 hp (140 ps/103 kW). Chances are the Bigster will get a punchier powertrain in its range-topping form to compensate for being larger and, therefore, heavier.

While the Duster is a compact crossover, the Bigster will tap into the superior mid-size (D-segment) class, and it will also be available with an all-wheel drive system. Renault will likely sell its own version in markets outside Europe, but the model will be badged as a Dacia in the Old Continent. Production will likely take place at the Mioveni factory in Romania, and it should debut sometime next year.