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Dacia Logan I (facelift 2008) 1.5 dCi (90 Hp) FAP
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Dacia Logan:
The Dacia Logan is a family of automobiles produced and marketed jointly by the French manufacturer Renault and its Romanian subsidiary Dacia since mid-2004, and was the successor to the Dacia 1310 and Dacia Solenza. It has been produced as a sedan, station wagon, and as a pick-up. It has been manufactured at Dacia's automobile plant in Mioveni, Romania, and at Renault plants in Morocco, Argentina, Turkey, Russia, Colombia, Iran and India. The pick-up has also been produced at Nissan's plant in Rosslyn, South Africa....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2008) Overview:
Dacia Logan (I (facelift 2008)). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1075 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.8 s). The top speed reaches 173 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 dCi (90 Hp) FAP Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most balanced engine, offering good torque and decent acceleration for its class, making it suitable for all types of roads including highways.
Fuel Economy
Exceptional fuel economy, making it the most cost-effective option for high mileage drivers and long journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money and low purchase price.
- • Spacious and practical interior with a large boot for its class.
- • Simple, robust mechanics leading to good reliability and ease of maintenance.
- • Excellent fuel economy with dCi diesel engines, ideal for high mileage.
- • Low running and maintenance costs.
Cons:
- • Basic interior materials and design, lacking refinement.
- • Limited safety features compared to more modern or premium rivals of its time.
- • Unrefined ride quality and poor noise insulation, especially at higher speeds.
- • Modest performance from most petrol engines, particularly the 1.4 MPI.
- • Lack of modern comfort and technology features.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 2008): 2008 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Logan |
| Generation: | I (facelift 2008) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 dCi (90 Hp) FAP |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 3750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 61.6 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K9K 892 More details about the engine K9K 892 |
| Engine displacement: | 1461 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 173 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.9 kg/Hp, 83.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 186 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1075 |
| Max. weight: | 1540 |
| Max load: | 465 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4288 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1534 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2630 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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