2027 Dacia Striker to offer full hybrid power and 600-litre boot for less than £25k
On sale Spring 2027 Prices from £25,000 (est)
A cockapoo is one of the most common crossbreed dogs, combining the best attributes of both a cocker spaniel and a poodle. On a similar note, you could argue that the Dacia Striker is a crossbreed car.
You see, according to Dacia, the Striker is intended to offer the rugged appearance and superior ground clearance of an SUV, the sleeker shape and better driving dynamics of a more conventional family car and the practicality of an estate car. Indeed, at 4.62m, the Striker is longer than the Dacia Bigster family SUV, yet its height of 1.53m makes it sleeker than the Dacia Jogger MPV.
Dacia Striker first look
As a result, the Striker’s rivals include everything from the Citroën C5 Aircross and MG HS, to the Kia K4 and Skoda Octavia Estate.
While the Striker’s appearance shadows other models in the Dacia range, it features a number of unique features, including T-shaped LED headlights, which flow into the front grille and the air vents at the side of the bumper. In keeping with its rugged yet practical attributes, it also features a set of roof rails as standard, making it easier to fit a roof box.
Inside, the Striker doesn’t feel as plush as the C5 Aircross and K4, but has a smart appearance and physical buttons for the air conditioning; something the Octavia lacks.
Every Striker comes with a 10.1in touchscreen, running an updated version of Dacia’s infotainment system which now features navigation with real-time traffic monitoring. Also included is an unconventional driver’s display which is reflected onto a transparent panel, creating a similar effect to a head-up display (HUD).
Like other models in the Dacia range, the Striker’s interior is fitted with YouClip mounting points; allowing you to fit a number of accessories available from the Dacia website. These include a phone mount with wireless charging, a torch and a storage net which fits between the front seatbacks.
Other tricks to the Striker’s interior include removable and stackable cupholders, a slide-out drawer inside the front armrest to store valuables, and a hole in the dashboard for the front passenger to poke a phone cable through.
There’s enough space for four six-footers inside the Striker, although the rear passengers will find the optional panoramic glass roof will eat into their head room.
At up to 600 litres, the Striker’s boot is bigger than that of the C5 Aircross (565 litres) and K4 (438 litres), with only the Skoda Octavia Estate offering more space (640 litres). The Striker’s boot includes a number of handy features, including levers to fold the rear seatbacks and, on higher-spec models, a height adjustable boot floor which can be divided into sections to keep smaller items secure. Each part of the boot floor features carpet on one side and hard plastic on the other for easy cleaning.
From launch, UK buyers will be able to choose between two versions of the Striker. This includes the full hybrid engine already offered in the Dacia Bigster, which features a 1.8-litre petrol engine and an electric motor. Producing 153bhp in total, Dacia claims this version of the Striker can cover 80% of city journeys on electric power alone.
For going off-the-beaten-track, the Striker will also be offered with an unconventional four-wheel drive setup. A full hybrid setup, the front wheels are powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine while the rear wheels are driven by a disengageable 31bhp electric motor. Official performance and fuel economy figures for either version of the Striker have yet to be announced, however.
Dacia is yet to confirm how much UK customers will need to pay for a Striker when the first deliveries take place next year. However, the brand has indicated a starting price of less than £25,000, which would make it cheaper than virtually all of its direct rivals, including the HS and Octavia.
That price will bag you the entry-level Striker Essential, which comes equipped with basics such as manual air conditioning and a reversing camera. Mid-range Expression trim adds 17in alloy wheels and dual-zone climate control, while Journey includes heated front seats, keyless entry and a powered tailgate. Finally, in range-topping Extreme guise, the Striker features various pieces of copper trim, a washable upholstery and – if you choose the four-wheel drive version – hill descent control.
