Customer reviews for Dacia BigsterDacia Bigster seen by those who use it on a daily basis

I upgraded from the Jogger (hybrid) to the Bigster (hybrid) recently. I did this because of a number of improvements, and it is all as I hoped for. I love the panoramic roof and the improved sound system. Also the drive train is smoother and a little bit more powerful, which makes it better for the long journeys on the motorway. Furthermore, it is more quiet in the cabin due to better insulation. There is more space in the back seats area, and there is heating there as well. Great car, excellent value for money.

I like the car, it gives a smooth comfortable ride. It has a lot of tech that is great to assist the driver. Very economical.

What I have found is that in a sunny day the front camera does not work. Which is ok as should not re!y on technology. Electric driver seat would be a bonus as when you get in 9 times out of the you have to readjust the seat as you catch the seat lever when you get in and out. I had the side steps fitted as it is rather high but the step needs to be wider as your foot does not fit on.

2,000 miles in and so far, very pleased with my Dacia Bigster 155 Hybrid Extreme. I love the commanding elevated drive position, intelligent hybrid drive and head-turning looks. The economy is excellent and interior very practical and well designed. What could be better - the 4 auto gears appear to struggle with appropriate changes up, and the volume/mode stalk on the steering wheel is completely hidden from driver view - irritating but bearable once to learn to 'feel' the position to change anything.

Enjoy driving the car when all is working as it should - BUT:

- temporary loss of power after 2 weeks from purchase

- temporary disappearance of legal speed limit on dash & hence audible warning

- Radio may work/not work at all/stuck on muted volume, factory reset has not resolved problem, now needs to go in for the day/longer

- Yesterday after short stop, on restarting the engine brakes stuck on, after several switch offs & restarts OK

Disappointing for what has potential to be a very good car

4x4, decent size, good fuel economy, rolls ahead easily on mild hybrid motor/engine combination, soft bouncy ride (good for offroading and over potholes), sunroof lets in more cabin light.

Stop Start has only worked three times since I've had the car last October, not sure it's worth having.

Lack of a valet button for when you don't want the vehicle electrical systems to switch on when parked up and opening/closing car doors during valeting or loading/unloading with engine off.

The size and space are good, but the fuel consumption isn't accurate, it says I'm getting 40+mpg but when I calculate my mpg using my petrol receipts and mileage I can verify I'm getting around 30mpg - also there's a design flaw when the rain is heavy on the motorway - when the rain is heavy the rain is channelled to the side windows and obscures the wing mirrors - this means that driving in the rain is dangerous because you can't see clearly out the side mirrors.

I like the Dacia Bigster most because of the relaxed driving style. It reminds me of an Volvo 240 I had years ago, as it's not the kind of car to rush about in encouraging me to drive safely and not take chances. The one thing that should be ironed out are the glitches in infotainment, yesterday the volume button would not change the sound level of the music, I had to arrow down and then got 4 different volume bars to do this while driving is not ideal.

Love the drive..love the car to a point..just small things..camera issues. Speed camera issues..lane departure..totally pain on country roads..rear door handles to flimsy for me..gear box..1st to 2nd..to short..5th to 6th..gear to tall..revs to low at 60mph ..so car engine struggles..headlights on low beam brilliant..but unfortunately not great on high beam..should all be Led..other than that well happy with car..would purchase another in the future..

I don't think much can be improved for the price the vehicle is sold at.

A heated front screen would be good for winter.

The speakers/sound system could be a bit punchier with better bass.

When opening the tailgate after/during rain, water drips down so I have to wait a few seconds for the water to stop (otherwise I get a small soak).

The rear door seals collect quite a lot of dirt.

Overall, I am very happy with the car.

It is a lovely car to drive. Very spacious inside and a comfortable ride for passengers and driver. There is plenty of boot space. The heated steering wheel and seats are really good too. Good fuel economy too. The cool box is also handy.

The cup holders are not sufficient, you are very limited in the cups that actually fit in it and it doesn't seem you can buy them as add ons for this model which is disappointing.