Renault's Romanian subsidiary has unveiled the production Duster, a small all-terrain vehicle that the brand plans to launch in the European, Turkish and Maghreb markets.
First seen in concept form at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show, the Dacia Duster is a response to the unmet need for an economical and affordable off-roader, a category of vehicle the company developed for emerging markets.
The Duster is claimed to exude a sense of ruggedness through its high ground clearance, wide wheelarches, imposing grille and body protection. But while all-terrain vehicles are typically associated with bulk, the Duster is compact, standing just 4310mm long and 1820mm wide. Off-road ability is enhanced by its 30 degree approach and 35 degree departure angles.
Inside, the sixth vehicle in the Dacia range is claimed to offer the most cabin space for its price, with seating for up to five adults. Both front and rear occupants enjoy the same amount of space as passengers in the brand's larger Logan sedan.
The Dacia Duster will be available in two or four-wheel-drive variations powered by either a 1.6-liter 110hp gasoline engine, or a diesel powerplant generating 85hp or 105hp when it goes on sale in Spring 2010.
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Toyota unveiled the fifth-generation 4Runner at the 2009 LA Auto Show.
The new design embraces its robust SUV identity more than its immediate predecessors, which also distinguishes it from the similarly sized but more urban Toyota Highlander sibling.
To read our opinions of the new 4Runner's design see our 2009 LA Auto Show Highlights. And for more images of the car click on the link below.
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The all-new Toyota Sienna MPV made its debut at the 2009 LA Auto Show.
The third generation Sienna follows its predecessors in being a fairly conventional full-size MPV as befitting its market aspirations, but introduces innovative functional interior design features and some unexpected panache to the exterior too.
Read our opinions in our 2009 LA Auto Show Highlights and see more photos of the new Sienna below:
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Volkswagen revealed the Up! Lite concept at the LA Auto Show. A small four-seat passenger car, the Up! Lite was designed at the automaker's Potsdam studio in Germany.
Read our opinion of the new show car in our 2009 LA Auto Show Highlights. And see more photos of the concept in the gallery below.
Photo Gallery: Volkswagen Up! Lite concept
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Honda revealed the three seat P-NUT concept at the 2009 LA Auto Show. Designed at the company's Advanced Design Studios in Southern California, the P-NUT is the Japanese automaker's vision for the future of personal mobility.
For more details and to read our opinion of the futuristic design study see our 2009 LA Auto Show Highlights. And for more photos see the full gallery below:
Photo Gallery: Honda P-NUT concept
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Alfa Romeo has released the first images of its new Giulietta, which will make its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March next year. The replacement for the 147, the Giulietta aims to reignite the Italian brand's emotional appeal and garner sales from a new generation of car enthusiasts.
Measuring 4350mm long, 1460mm high and 1800mm wide with a wheelbase of 2630mm, the Giulietta is built atop on an all-new platform. Its design embraces Alfa Romeo's new style and technology direction - an approach that started with the 8C supercar.
A new interpretation of the classic Alfa grille graces the front end while its streamlined profile confers the appearance of an agile, solid vehicle. Its coupé-shaped DLO and concealed rear door handles also emphasize its dynamic nature, while the wide proportions of the rear end give the impression of a muscular car.
The automaker is touting the use of high quality materials and attention to detail in the interior. Its design is taut and light, with a horizontally-developed IP with aluminum accents and rocker controls that recall the 8C Competizione.
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