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Dacia Logan I 1.5 dCi (65 Hp)
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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 Overview:
Dacia Logan (I). With 160 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1065 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.5 s). The top speed reaches 155 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.
The Dacia Logan I received a modest 3-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection in 2005, reflecting basic safety standards for its era. Child occupant protection was rated 2 stars.
1.5 dCi (65 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very modest performance, primarily suited for relaxed city driving where its low power output is less of a hindrance.
Fuel Economy
Likely offers excellent fuel economy, similar to its more powerful dCi sibling, making it a very budget-friendly option for running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extremely affordable purchase price and low running costs
- • Spacious interior and very large boot capacity
- • Robust and reliable mechanicals, designed for durability
- • Simple, easy-to-maintain engineering
- • Good ground clearance for varied road conditions
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and limited features
- • Unrefined ride and noticeable cabin noise at speed
- • Modest performance across most engine options
- • Dated design and aesthetics
- • Limited safety features compared to contemporary rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2004 - 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Logan |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 dCi (65 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 65 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 44.5 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 160 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K9K 790 More details about the engine K9K 790 |
| 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 |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.4 kg/Hp, 61 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 150.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1065 |
| Max. weight: | 1600 |
| Max load: | 535 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 510 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4250 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1735 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1525 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2630 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1466 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1456 mm |
| 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 |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 185/65R15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
Every driver has a story. What’s yours with the Dacia Logan?