A BUDGET CAR BRAND JUST REVEALED A PRACTICAL NEW FAMILY CROSSOVER FOR LESS THAN $30,000
Dacia has unveiled the exterior design of its upcoming raised wagon, the Striker. The new model will become the Romanian brand’s second entry in the C segment after the Bigster, which was introduced in the fall of 2024. After releasing a series of teaser images last week, the company has now revealed the full exterior styling and announced an approximate starting price for the new vehicle.
With the Striker, Dacia aims to attract European buyers who currently gravitate toward practical family wagons such as the Škoda Octavia Combi. The design of the new model follows the brand’s latest styling language.
A Rugged Wagon Inspired By Dacia’s New Design Direction
At the front, the Striker features a sculpted hood with pronounced lines and a distinctive lighting signature. The headlights incorporate vertical LED elements that resemble fangs, a design motif seen on other recent Dacia models.
Between the headlights sits a relatively narrow grille that stretches horizontally across the front. It includes small silver square details and the brand’s logo at the center. Below that, the bumper houses three air intakes: one large central opening and two narrower vertical channels positioned on each side. Fog lights are integrated into the lower section of the bumper.
The raised wagon also features protective plastic cladding around the lower edges of the body, including the wheel arches, reinforcing its rugged appearance. From the side, the car includes roof rails, a shark fin antenna, conventional side mirrors, and standard door handles.
Rear Design Highlights Practicality
At the back, the Striker is equipped with a roof spoiler that incorporates the high-mounted brake light. The taillights feature a T-shaped design and are visually connected by a dark trim strip that carries the Dacia lettering across the tailgate.
The model name appears on the side of the tailgate, while large reflectors are positioned in the lower portion of the rear bumper.
Interior and technical details still to come.
Dacia has not yet released images of the interior. The company says the full premiere of the model will take place in June, when more technical information will be revealed.
Based on current information, the cabin will likely feature a five-seat layout. A panoramic roof is visible in the available images, and the dashboard is expected to include a three-spoke steering wheel with physical controls. It is also possible that much of the interior design will be shared with the related Bigster model.
Size And Powertrain Options
The Striker measures about 181.9 inches in overall length, making it roughly two inches longer than the Bigster. For now, Dacia has not disclosed the wheelbase, ground clearance, or cargo capacity.
For comparison, the Bigster offers a 106.3-inch wheelbase, 8.7 inches of ground clearance, and a cargo capacity of 23.9 cubic feet that expands to about 68.4 cubic feet with the rear seats folded.
Dacia has confirmed that the Striker lineup will include several powertrain options. Buyers can expect a hybrid version, a hybrid variant with all-wheel drive, and a version powered by an engine capable of running on liquefied petroleum gas.
A Price Focused On Value
The full technical specifications will likely be announced during the summer debut. What Dacia has already confirmed is the starting price.
According to the company, the base version of the Striker will start at under $27,000 in Europe. For comparison, the Škoda Octavia Combi currently starts at about $32,400 in Germany.
With its combination of wagon practicality, SUV-inspired styling, and aggressive pricing, the Striker appears positioned to continue Dacia’s strategy of offering large, practical vehicles at a noticeably lower price than many mainstream competitors.
This article originally appeared on Autorepublika.com and has been republished with permission by Guessing Headlights. AI-assisted translation was used, followed by human editing and review.
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