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Dacia Sandero I 1.5 dCi (68 Hp)
Dacia Sandero:
The Dacia Sandero is a subcompact car/supermini car produced and marketed jointly by the French manufacturer Renault and its Romanian subsidiary Dacia since 2007, currently at its third generation. It has been also marketed as the Renault Sandero in certain markets, such as Russia, Latin America, Iran, Egypt, and Sub-Saharan Africa. Dacia Sandero has been Europe's best selling car several years in a row.
With a slightly shorter wheelbase than the Dacia Logan sedan from which it derives, the Sandero was developed at Renault's Technocentre near Paris, France, in conjunction with the regional engineering centres based in Brazil and Romania. It was revealed for the first time at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, and made its formal market debut in Brazil, as a Renault model, in December 2007, being the first Renault model to debut outside Europe....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Dacia Sandero (I). With 160 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5 l/100km). Weighing only 1090 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15 s). The top speed reaches 157 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
People's Opinions:
Our robots surveyed the comments on Reddit to find out people's satisfaction with Dacia Sandero. About 172 comments were scanned, 46 comments (26.74% of the total comments) were positive, compared to 6 negative comments (3.49% of the total comments). The remaining 120 comments were neutral (did not mention any praise or criticism) (%neutralPercentag%% of the total comments), and thus it received a rating of 1 stars out of 5.
Dacia Sandero 2009 1.6 Flex
Dacia Sandero
The linked article was from January 7, 2024, with not all sales reported. The final sales figures for 2024: https://www.motor1.com/news/749057/europe-best-selling-car-2024-final-figures/ 1. Dacia Sandero 2: Renault Clio 3: VW Golf 4: Tesla Model Y 5: VW T-Roc 6: Peugeot 208 7: Toyota Yaris Cross 8: Skoda Octavia 9: Dacia Duster 10: Toyota Yaris As for car brand market share in Europe, 2024 (see page 5 for EU, page 6 for EU+EFTA+UK): https://www.acea.auto/files/Press_release_car_registrations_December_2024.pdf For 2024, Tesla had a 3,5% share of the total car market in the EU, same as in 2023. Dacia had a 5,9% market share, compared with 4,7% in 2023. For EU + UK + EFTA (mainly Norway,Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein): Tesla had 4,1% market share, up from 3,7% in 2024. Dacia had 5,2% market share, up from 4,2% in 2023. Still, in the passenger car market, Tesla has about the same market share as European brands like Peugeot, not far below Audi, and above brands like Opel/Vauxhall, Fiat or Citroën. These figures are based on car registrations in 2024, as reported by industry association ACEA.
2009 Dacia Sandero
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[Source](https://www.best-selling-cars.com/europe/2024-full-year-europe-top-50-best-selling-car-models/) for the claim. Dacia Sandero is first place followed by Dacia Duster on 9th. https://preview.redd.it/gaos0uzgewne1.jpeg?width=622&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=80c834d1e1c089ed65c3f017320605636fd13407
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
• Efficient fuel consumption: 4.5 L/100 km combined.• Front-wheel drive offers efficiency and lower weight.
• Independent suspension (front: Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer, rear: Coil spring, Torsion) for comfort and handling.
• Ventilated front brakes improve stopping power under load.
• Rack-and-pinion steering for precise control.
• ABS improves braking safety.
• Generous trunk space: 1200 L.
• Reasonable curb weight (1090 kg).
• Towing without brakes:580 kg.
• Tight turning circle of 10.5 m for easy maneuvering.
• Adequate ground clearance (155 mm).
Cons:
• Underpowered ICE: only 68 hp.• Low specific output ( 46.5 hp/L) suggests less efficient ICE tuning.
• Basic or outdated ICE technology.
• Sluggish ICE-only acceleration: 15 sec.
• Sluggish 0–100 km/h time: 15 sec.
• Weak weight-to-power: ≈ 62.5 hp/tonne.
• Low weight-to-torque: ≈ 147.1 Nm/tonne.
• Low payload capacity:485 kg.
• Limited towing: 1100 kg with brakes (12%).
• Older generation (ended production 2010 ); may lack latest tech.
Based on the pros and cons, the car is rated 3/5
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2008 - 2010).
General:
Brand: Dacia
Model: Sandero
Generation: I
Modification (Engine): 1.5 dCi (68 Hp)
Start of production: 2009
End of production: 2010
Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion engine
Body type: Hatchback
Seats: 5
Doors: 5
Engine:
Power: 68 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre: 46.5 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque: 160 Nm @ 1700 rpm.
Engine Model/Code: K9K 792 More details about the engine K9K 792
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
Valvetrain: SOHC
Engine oil capacity: 4.5 l
Coolant: 5.7 l
Engine layout: Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore: 76 mm
Piston Stroke: 80.5 mm
Compression ratio: 17.6:1
Performance:
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: 5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: 4.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): 4.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): 5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): 4.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 4.5 l/100 km
Emission standard: Euro 4
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 15 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 15 sec
Maximum speed: 157 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio: 16 kg/Hp, 62.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio: 6.8 kg/Nm, 146.8 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 14.3 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight: 1090
Max. weight: 1575
Max. roof load: 80 kg
Max load: 485
Trunk (boot) space - maximum: 1200 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 320 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): 1100 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 50 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes: 580 kg
Permitted towbar download: 75 kg
Size:
Length: 4020 mm [Same length.]
Width: 1746 mm [Same width.]
Height: 1534 mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase: 2588 mm [Same wheelbase.]
Width including mirrors: 1997 mm
Front track: 1480 mm
Rear (Back) track: 1469 mm
Front overhang: 781 mm
Rear overhang: 651 mm
Ride height (ground clearance): 155 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): 10.5 m [above average]
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: Ventilated discs, 259 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakes: Drum, 203 mm [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type: Steering rack and pinion
Power steering: Hydraulic Steering
Tires size: 185/65 R15
Wheel rims size: 6J x 15
Front suspension: Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspension: Coil spring, Torsion
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