Chimes when it thinks you are over the limit — present on the newest EU-spec models because the law requires it.
Resets every drive: YES · Can disable: PARTIAL
Workaround: Switch it off each drive, but it is one of the less aggressive implementations.
Issue: Mandatory on newest EU-spec models, but easier to live with than most.
What dealers won't tell you
The newest EU-spec models picked up the mandatory speed bong because the law requires it — but it is easier to live with than most.
The redeeming factor: the Duster kept real buttons instead of going touch-only.
The good
Cheap, honest and kept real buttons.
The speed bong is one of the less aggressive implementations.
The bad
The newest EU-spec models picked up the mandatory speed bong.
Honest verdict
The Duster is cheap, honest and kept real buttons — a rarity at the price. The newest EU-spec models picked up the mandatory speed bong because the law requires it, but it is easier to live with than most. A straightforward, no-nonsense small SUV with one law-mandated quirk that is gentler than its rivals'.
Frequently asked questions
How do I turn off the mandatory speed-limit warning on the Dacia Duster?
Switch it off each drive, but it is one of the less aggressive implementations. Bear in mind it resets every time you start the car, so you'll need to do this at the start of each drive.
What is the most annoying thing about the Dacia Duster?
The newest EU-spec models picked up the mandatory speed bong. We score its overall annoyance at 6/10 on our Dealer Honesty Scale — liveable, but with real quirks.
Is the Dacia Duster (2021–2026) worth buying?
The Duster is cheap, honest and kept real buttons — a rarity at the price. The newest EU-spec models picked up the mandatory speed bong because the law requires it, but it is easier to live with than most. A straightforward, no-nonsense small SUV with one law-mandated quirk that is gentler than its rivals'.