Let’s talk about something massive, something rugged, something that looks like it could carry your tent, swallow your surfboard, and drag your mother-in-law over a muddy track without breaking a sweat. Meet the Dacia Bigster, the biggest and boldest creation ever to roll out of Romanian factories. And now, brace yourself, because Dacia is upping the ante with a 4x4 hybrid version that promises to pamper both your wallet and your adventurous spirit. This isn’t just an SUV. It’s a statement on wheels.
The Bigster is, as the name suggests, big. At 4.57 meters long, it towers 23 centimeters over its smaller sibling, the Duster. It’s as if Dacia took the Duster, fed it a protein shake, and gifted it a few extra centimeters of wheelbase. The result? A C-segment SUV that looks like a cross between a tough off-roader and a family-friendly space wagon. The boot swallows 667 liters of gear – that’s 150 liters more than the Duster – and if you fold down the rear seats, you’ve got enough room to haul a small Ikea showroom. No joke, you can fit 2.7 meters of loading length in there. Try that with your trendy urban crossover.
But let’s get to the real star: the powertrain. So far, the Bigster came in three flavors: a 140 hp 1.2-liter three-cylinder with front-wheel drive, a slightly weaker 131 hp version of the same engine with four-wheel drive, and a 156 hp hybrid with front-wheel drive. That last one is the foundation for Dacia’s new toy: a 4x4 hybrid that bridges the gap between efficiency and off-road grunt. Why’s this exciting? Because the current 4x4 with the three-cylinder feels a bit like a bodybuilder with asthma. It tries hard, but it’s not exactly Euro 7-compliant and lacks the finesse you’d expect in 2025. The new 4x4 hybrid, though? It gets a 1.8-liter four-cylinder under the hood, a serious upgrade from the 1.2-liter coffee grinder. More power, more torque, and yet more frugal thanks to an electric motor and a 1.4 kWh battery. Average fuel consumption? Just 4.6 liters per 100 km. That’s the kind of number that’d make your grandma smile while you’re tearing down a mountain pass.
Inside, the Bigster is surprisingly… posh. Well, posh in a Dacia way. Don’t expect leather that smells like a Tuscan vineyard, but an interior that outshines the Duster. Two digital screens – a 7- or 10-inch one for the driver, a 10-inch one for infotainment – come as standard. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay? Check. A wireless charger, USB-C ports, and even a YouClip system to secure your smartphone, cupholder, or handbag? Yup. It’s like Dacia listened to what people actually want in a car and added it without doubling the price. And that rear space: even tall Dutch folks can stretch their legs without jamming their knees into the front seats. No third row of seats, sadly, but if you need seven seats, Dacia’s got the Jogger for that.
On the road, the Bigster feels like a tank, but a surprisingly nimble one. The suspension’s been tweaked for more comfort, and extra sound insulation means you don’t feel like you’re driving a tin can. The hybrid powertrain is smooth, with the electric motor backing up the petrol engine for effortless acceleration. And that four-wheel drive? It turns the Bigster into a beast that doesn’t flinch at a muddy forest trail or a snowy mountain road. Dacia’s clearly aiming at folks who want a Jeep but don’t want Jeep prices. And with a starting price of €23,990 for the petrol version and €28,990 for the hybrid, the Bigster is a bargain compared to rivals like the Toyota Corolla Cross or Hyundai Tucson, which easily cost €10,000 more.
Let’s be real, though: the Bigster isn’t perfect. The interior plastics still scream budget bin, and the 1.2-liter three-cylinder in the non-hybrid 4x4 is a stopgap that’s begging to be replaced. Still, this is a car that does what Dacia’s always done: deliver maximum value for minimum cash. It’s not a car that sets your heart racing like an Italian supercar, but one that gets you everywhere, with all your stuff, without forcing you to sell a kidney.
The Dacia Bigster 4x4 Hybrid is a triumph of common sense. It’s big, practical, economical, and affordable – a combo rarer in 2025 than an honest politician. Whether you’re a family needing space, an adventurer craving off-road action, or just someone who doesn’t want to go broke buying a new car, the Bigster’s got something for you. And if you’re curious, dive into our marketplace at https://volty.be/nl/buy/cars/overview/. You’ll find not just the Bigster, but a whole range of cars to browse, compare, and buy. Why make life complicated when it can be simple?
