Dacia Bigster review: budget 4x4 delivers practicality, value and hybrid efficiency

The Dacia Bigster 4x4 impresses with budget pricing, hybrid efficiency, practical interior and capable off-road performance for Irish drivers
Dacia Bigster review: budget 4x4 delivers practicality, value and hybrid efficiency

The new Dacia Bigster 4x4

Sun, 18 Jan, 2026 - 17:32
Declan Colley

DACIA BIGSTER 4x4

Rating

★★★★☆

Price

from €29,990 - €39,690 as tested

Engine

a 1.2 litre mild hybrid set up with 130bhp

The Spec

shockingly good for anyone with an appreciation of Dacia history

Verdict

another winner from the Romanians

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Annual €130 €80

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