Ten Things to Know About the New Dacia Bigster – Smart Value SUV, Big Impact

The all-new Dacia Bigster is here to redefine value in the C-SUV segment, offering bold design, hybrid tech, and serious space – all from under €30,000.

1. It’s the SUV the Family Budget Has Been Waiting For

Starting at just €29,990 (or around €215/month), the Dacia Bigster delivers C-SUV practicality at supermini pricing. Even the entry-level trim is generously specced, and there’s a three-year warranty to sweeten the deal.

2. Bold Design That Works for Work and Play

At 4.57m long, the Bigster is big on presence. With rugged styling, geometric lines, and wide-set lights, it’s got a strong, assertive stance. This is a family SUV that looks equally at home in the wilds of Wicklow or a suburban driveway.

3. Trim Levels That Mean Business

Choose from Essential, Expression, Journey or Extreme trims. All offer impressive standard kit, and as you climb the range, you’ll find features like wireless charging, panoramic roofs, and heated seats.

4. A Cabin That Doesn’t Cut Corners

Inside, there’s more tech and comfort than you might expect at this price. Even the Essential gets a 10.1-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, plus a rearview camera and 17” alloys. Upper trims add dual-zone climate control, multiview cameras, and more.

5. Serious Space for Real Life

With a 667-litre boot, fold-flat seats (40:20:40 split) and a roomy 2.7m wheelbase, the Bigster swallows luggage, gear and growing teenagers with ease. There’s even a centre armrest with built-in cupholders and device slots in the back.

6. Hybrid Power, Your Way

Customers can pick between a mild hybrid TCe 140 or the all-new Hybrid 155 full hybrid engine. The latter offers up to 80% electric drive in city traffic and better fuel economy than some small cars—as low as 4.6l/100km.

7. It’ll Go Off the Beaten Path Too

The mild hybrid 130 4×4 version pairs a 1.2L turbo engine with all-wheel drive and a 6-speed manual, ideal for weekend adventurers. Regenerative braking and a smart hybrid system boost fuel savings without compromising performance.

8. Dacia’s Most Luxurious Yet

The Bigster isn’t just tough and cheap—it’s classy too. Top trim Extreme adds an electric sliding panoramic roof, black contrast roof, heated steering wheel, and privacy glass. And yet, the range-topper comes in under €38,000.

9. Eco-Smart Inside and Out

True to Dacia’s sustainable promise, the Bigster uses 20% recycled plastics—like Starkle, an unpainted material used in the bumpers and wheel arches, reducing environmental impact without sacrificing style.

10. Safety Systems You Can Actually Use

All Bigster models come with a full suite of advanced safety systems—AEB, lane keeping, traffic sign recognition, driver attention alert, and more. The unique My Safety feature lets you tailor driver aids on startup, so you don’t have to wrestle with menus every morning.

Author: Geraldine Herbert

Motoring Editor and Columnist for the Sunday Independent and editor of wheelsforwomen. Geraldine is also a regular contributor to Good Housekeeping (UK), EuroNews and to RTÉ, Newstalk, TodayFM, BBC Radio and Vigin Media. You can follow Geraldine on Twitter at @GerHerbert1

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