How much is a 2018 Dacia DusterDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Dacia DusterDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €10,950, based on 38 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 Dacia Duster depreciate per year?

A Dacia Duster loses roughly 13.8% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2018 Dacia Duster from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2018 Dacia DusterDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Dacia DusterDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Filter by trim, gearbox, source2 active

Trim:Prestige · 1 Unknown · 1

Gearbox:All Manual · 1 Automatic · 1

Source:ROI All NI

Market Intelligence

Dacia Duster2018

Diesel

30 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€10k – €12k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

NI active now

Updated 9h ago · NI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€10,950

private sale ~€9,908 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€6,851 – €8,319

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

125k km

typical 136k km

Days listed

30d

avg on market · demand 44/100

AI Market Summary

Dacia's strength is low purchase price and simple, sturdy construction; this diesel holds value reasonably well in Irish market.
Median price €10,995 reflects fair value for age and mileage — no premium, no bargain; check comparable petrol alternatives for running cost trade-off.
1.5 dCi engine prone to fuel injector sticking (80k–120k km band) and DPF clogging on short urban routes; inspect service history for injector work or DPF cleaning.
Before purchase, request full service records and have a pre-buy inspection focus on idle quality and acceleration response — rough running or hesitation signals injector trouble.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

111 bhp

Torque

203 Nm

150 lb·ft

0–62 mph

11.9s

106 mph top

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Boot space

477L

1630L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

53.15 mpg

5.5 L/100km

Urban

49.75 mpg

Extra urban

56.2 mpg

CO₂

133 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

50L

Dimensions

Length

4.33m

4328 mm

Width

1.81m

Height

1.63m

Wheelbase

2.67m

Kerb weight

1,258 kg

1,768 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Insurance

Group 10E

Warranty

3 years

60,000 miles

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Dacia Duster 2018

Reliability

3/5

The 2018 Dacia Duster diesel offers basic, no-frills motoring with acceptable reliability for a budget SUV, though the 1.5 dCi engine has a mixed record with injector and DPF issues reported. Ownership is generally trouble-free if serviced regularly, but repair costs can mount quickly when problems arise. Good value for money as a second-hand buy, but not renowned for longevity beyond 150,000 km.

Known issues

1.5 dCi fuel injector failure (sticking/leaking) causing rough idle and loss of power, particularly around 80,000–120,000 km
DPF (diesel particulate filter) clogging and regeneration issues, especially on vehicles with short urban journeys
EGR valve carbon buildup leading to loss of power and increased emissions
Gearbox shudder or hesitation on the 6-speed manual, particularly when cold
Door handle mechanisms prone to breaking (interior trim quality issue)
Clutch wear accelerated by heavy traffic use; premature wear common by 60,000 km on manual models

Good for

Affordable entry point to SUV ownership with high ground clearance for rough terrain or poor road surfaces
Fuel economy (combined ~5.2 L/100 km WLTP, real-world 5.5–6.5 L/100 km) making it economical for high-mileage drivers
Simple, robust mechanicals with few electronics, making it easy to diagnose and repair
Spacious interior and good load capacity relative to size and purchase price

Years to avoid: 2015, 2016

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls1 found

Engine2018

1.5 dCi engine risk of stalling due to fuel injector malfunction in cold conditions

Remedy: Fuel injector inspection and replacement if necessary

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AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

Potential value opportunities

NI · by value score

2018 Dacia Duster 1.5 dCi 110 Nav+ 5dr Auto Video Review •

£7,950→€15,859imported

+66% vs expected price

NI Import

NI → ROI import costs

Assumes the car is NI-registered (no customs duty or VAT under Windsor Framework). Includes VRT + NOx levy + registration + transport. Click for full breakdown.

114k km · automatic · Ballymoney · 30d

See ad

2018 Dacia Duster 1.5 Blue dCi Prestige 5dr Video Review •

£11,750→€20,343imported

+72% vs expected price

NI Import

NI → ROI import costs

Assumes the car is NI-registered (no customs duty or VAT under Windsor Framework). Includes VRT + NOx levy + registration + transport. Click for full breakdown.

89k km · manual · 36d

Prestige

See ad

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