Dacia has begun selling the diesel version of its Duster SUV with four-wheel drive.

Before, those who wanted a second-generation Duster with four-wheel drive could only have it with a 115hp petrol engine.

Now though, the range’s 115hp diesel engine, previously only available with front-wheel drive, is also available with all four wheels driven. 

In this spec, official combined fuel economy and CO2 emissions are 60.1mpg and 123g/km respectively.

Three trim levels are available as four-wheel drive diesels – Essential, Comfort and Prestige – with only the entry-level Access trim missed out.

Four-wheel drive diesel Essential cars, priced at £15,695, features equipment including air conditioning, DAB radio and Bluetooth.

Stepping up to Comfort trim – priced at £17,395 with the new powertrain – adds equipment, including 16in alloy wheels, sat-nav, a rear parking camera and sensors, and a leather steering wheel.

Four-wheel drive diesel Prestige cars – adding equipment including 17in alloy wheels, a multi-view camera, blindspot warning, climate control and keyless entry – cost £18,695.