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Bigster vs family SUV rivals
A family SUV with a clear focus on space and useful equipment. See how the Dacia Bigster compares with four familiar UK alternatives.
Bigster, at a glance
- From £25,215: the UK starting price for Expression mild hybrid 140.
- Useful equipment included: a 10.1-inch touchscreen and dual-zone automatic air conditioning.
- Space for five: a family SUV to explore with your passengers and everyday luggage.
Family SUV value
Where the Bigster earns a closer look
Choosing a larger family car can make the budget climb quickly. The Bigster’s appeal is straightforward: it puts everyday space and equipment within reach at a lower starting price than the four alternatives below.
The UK Dacia range starts with Expression mild hybrid 140 at £25,215. You get a 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless smartphone mirroring and dual-zone automatic air conditioning. Those are features you can enjoy from the first journey, whether that means your usual playlist or different temperature settings for the two front seats.
The design is equally easy to understand. Five seats leave the rear of the car devoted to luggage space, and the squared-off shape is worth exploring if a pushchair, sports kit or a family dog is part of your day.
Bigster: price and equipment compared
These are entry or accessible grades of five-seat family SUVs, with petrol or mild-hybrid power. The named manual versions keep the price comparison useful for buyers considering Bigster mild hybrid 140.
| Model and version | Published OTR price | Standard new-car cover | Selected standard technology |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dacia BigsterExpression mild hybrid 140 manual | £25,215 | 3 years / 60,000 miles | 10.1-inch touchscreen; wireless phone mirroring; dual-zone air conditioning |
| Nissan QashqaiAcenta Premium mild hybrid manual | £30,635 | 3 years / 60,000 miles | 12.3-inch display; rear-view camera; wireless phone mirroring |
| Kia SportagePure 1.6 T-GDi 147PS manual | £31,395 | 7 years / 100,000 miles | 12.3-inch touchscreen navigation; front and rear parking sensors |
| Škoda KaroqSE Edition entry petrol version | £30,960 | 3 years / 60,000 miles | 8-inch Amundsen navigation; heated front seats and steering wheel |
| Ford KugaTitanium 1.5 EcoBoost 150PS manual | £33,335 | 3 years / 60,000 miles | 13-inch SYNC 4 navigation; rear-view camera |
UK prices and specifications checked 12 September 2026. Prices are for the versions named, before optional extras; retailer offers can differ. Warranty periods show standard new-car cover, with time or mileage limits applying as specified. Terms, servicing requirements and component exclusions apply. Dacia Zen is separate, service-activated cover; see below.
What the price leaves you to choose
A £5,420 difference to consider
Bigster Expression’s published starting price is £5,420 below the Qashqai Acenta Premium shown here. That is a meaningful difference to take into the showroom, alongside the cabin space, driving position and features you prefer. Individual retailer offers can change the figures.
The Bigster range at Invicta also gives you a choice of priorities as you move up the grades. Journey brings features such as a powered tailgate, while Extreme includes a panoramic opening roof. Check the grade and engine together when you ask for your quote.
You do not have to choose every extra to make the car feel right. Try loading the things you actually carry, sit behind your normal driving position and check whether everyone has the space they need.
Ownership after the first three years
How Dacia Zen adds reassurance
A new Dacia comes with a three-year, 60,000-mile warranty. After that, eligible cars can benefit from Dacia Zen when serviced within the Dacia network.
Each qualifying service activates up to one year or 18,000 miles of cover, renewable within the programme’s age and mileage limits, up to seven years or 75,000 miles. This is service-activated protection, with its own terms, rather than an automatic seven-year manufacturer warranty.
If you tend to keep a car for the long term, ask our Bolton team to explain the servicing schedule and how Zen would work for your expected mileage. It is a useful part of the ownership conversation alongside the purchase price.
Your questions answered
How much is the Dacia Bigster in the UK?
The UK range starts at £25,215 for Expression mild hybrid 140. Check Invicta’s Dacia offers for the current prices on available versions.
Is the Dacia Bigster a five-seat or seven-seat SUV?
Bigster is a five-seat SUV. All four rivals selected for this comparison are also five-seat versions.
Does Bigster Expression include a touchscreen?
Yes. Expression includes a 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless smartphone mirroring, along with dual-zone automatic air conditioning.
Is Dacia Zen included automatically for seven years?
No. Eligible servicing activates the additional cover, which can be renewed within the programme limits. See the Dacia Zen terms or speak to our team about your car and mileage.
See the Bigster at Invicta Dacia Bolton
Bring your family’s priorities to our Bolton showroom. We can help you explore the cabin, compare available grades and arrange a Bigster test drive.
