- The new Striker is an affordable compact car from budget brand Renault Dacia.
- It gets a higher suspension and plastic body cladding to lure SUV buyers.
- Power comes from petrol and a hybrid drivetrain.
Unveiled today, Renault’s “futuREAdy” plan calls for the launch of 36 new models by 2030. Many of them will carry the company’s diamond logo, while others will be performance vehicles for the Alpine sub-brand. Dacia won’t be ignored either, as new models are coming soon, starting with the Striker. This is the Romanian brand’s second compact car, following in the footsteps of the Bigster SUV.
But the Striker bucks the SUV trend and targets the wagon-loving audience as a new long-roof model positioned above the Jogger. We actually can’t remember the last time an automaker launched a wagon that didn’t have a predecessor, so it’s great to see Dacia keeping the flames burning in 2026.
With plenty of ground clearance and plastic body cladding, the Striker fills the void left by the demise of rugged compacts like the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack and its sibling the Skoda Octavia Scout. It’s the perfect compromise for those who haven’t caught the SUV bug but also don’t want to worry about the underbody getting scratched when climbing curbs or traversing the occasional rough patch.
Photo by: Dacia
At 4.62 meters (181.8 inches) long, it is longer than the Bigster and will be available with several powertrains. Dacia intends to sell a hybrid version with front-wheel drive and another electrified version with 4×4. Apart from that, several markets also have LPG installations with combustion engines that use liquefied natural gas fuel.
In base spec, the Striker will cost less than €25,000 ($29,100). Full details won’t be revealed until June, when Dacia aims to fully reveal its new wagon.
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Source: Dacia
Motorcycle Pickup1: While this is a type of car Dacia has never offered before, it follows a no-frills formula to stay within budget. It’s further evidence that parent company Renault is doing an excellent job expanding its range of affordable vehicles by doing more than just selling stripped-down and rebranded models.
It’s a strategy that continues to pay off, as the Clio-based Sandero supermini was Europe’s best-selling car last year, while the Duster subcompact crossover also made the top 10. The Striker will cater to families who want to stay on budget without paying the premium that comes with compact wagons from the VW Group or Stellantis.
The car is sure to catch the attention of consumers, as wagons remain popular in Europe, where many people are cautious about how much money they want to spend on a family car.
