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Dacia Sandero II 1.5 dCi (90 Hp) FAP
Overall Rating
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 Overview:
Dacia Sandero (II). With 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1033 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.1 s). The top speed reaches 173 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.
A respectable 4-star rating for a budget car, showing decent protection for adult and child occupants, though safety assist systems were basic compared to segment leaders.
1.5 dCi (90 Hp) FAP Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A strong and torquey diesel, providing confident acceleration and good cruising ability for daily driving.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy, though marginally less efficient than the Start&Stop variant in urban conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional affordability and value for money
- • Highly practical and spacious for its class
- • Good ride comfort, absorbing bumps well
- • Proven, reliable engine technology (especially dCi and 1.2)
- • Very low running costs, particularly with diesel and LPG options
Cons:
- • Basic interior design and materials
- • Limited advanced technology and infotainment features
- • Uninspiring driving dynamics and steering feel
- • Some engines can feel underpowered on highways when fully loaded
- • Higher trims can approach the price of more refined competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2010 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Sandero |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 dCi (90 Hp) FAP |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 3750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 61.6 Hp/l [37mm more] |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K9K 612 More details about the engine K9K 612 |
| 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: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 3.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 4.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 3.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 3.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 173 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.5 kg/Hp, 87.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.7 kg/Nm, 213 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1033 |
| Max. weight: | 1590 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 557 |
| 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: | 550 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4057 mm mm [37mm more] |
| Width: | 1733 mm mm [13mm less] |
| Height: | 1523 mm mm [11mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2589 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1984 mm |
| Front track: | 1497 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1486 mm |
| Front overhang: | 818 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 650 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 163 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.68 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 | 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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