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Dacia Sandero II Stepway 0.9 Tce (90 Hp)
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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)
II Stepway Overview:
Dacia Sandero (II Stepway). With 135 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1023 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.1 s). The top speed reaches 168 km/h. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
0.9 Tce (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A surprisingly peppy engine for its size, providing lively acceleration ideal for city driving and adequate power for occasional highway use.
Fuel Economy
Respectable fuel consumption for a petrol turbo, offering a good balance between performance and running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money and low purchase price.
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class.
- • Good ground clearance and rugged styling for light off-roading.
- • Reliable and proven engine technology (especially dCi diesels).
- • Low running costs, particularly with diesel and LPG options.
Cons:
- • Basic interior materials and limited creature comforts.
- • Unrefined ride quality on rougher roads.
- • Automated manual (Easy-R) gearbox can be clunky.
- • Only a 4-star Euro NCAP rating from 2013.
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to rivals.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2010 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Sandero |
| Generation: | II Stepway |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.9 Tce (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5250 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 100.2 Hp/l [60mm more] |
| Torque: | 135 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | H4Bt 400 More details about the engine H4Bt 400 |
| Engine displacement: | 898 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 72.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.1 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 168 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 88 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 132 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1023 |
| Max. weight: | 1550 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 527 |
| 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: | 545 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4080 mm mm [60mm more] |
| Width: | 1757 mm mm [11mm more] |
| Height: | 1618 mm mm [84mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2589 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1984 mm |
| Front track: | 1497 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1486 mm |
| Front overhang: | 835 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 656 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 207 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, 258x22 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 | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring, Torsion |
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