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Dacia Sandero III Stepway (facelift 2022) 1.0 TCe 110 (110 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)
III Stepway (facelift 2022) Overview:
Dacia Sandero (III Stepway (facelift 2022)). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1106 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 TCe 110 (110 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most spirited petrol option, offering good acceleration and improved highway capability for a more dynamic drive.
Fuel Economy
Achieves a good balance between performance and fuel economy, making it a versatile petrol choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unbeatable value for money in its segment
- • Practical and spacious interior with good boot capacity
- • Rugged crossover styling with good ground clearance
- • Economical diesel engine option for long-distance drivers
- • Improved interior quality and features post-facelift
Cons:
- • Low Euro NCAP safety rating (2 stars)
- • Base petrol engines can feel underpowered on highways
- • CVT gearbox can be unrefined under hard acceleration
- • Basic infotainment on lower trims compared to rivals
- • Some interior plastics still feel hard and budget-oriented
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Stepway: September, 2020 - 2022).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Sandero |
| Generation: | III Stepway (facelift 2022) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 TCe 110 (110 Hp) |
| Start of production: | September, 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 110 Hp @ 5000-5250 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 110.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 2900-3500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 5.5-5.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 DFull |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 99.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 180.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1106 |
| Max. weight: | 1587 |
| Max load: | 481 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1108 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 328 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1100 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4099 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1848 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1587 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2604 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2007 mm |
| Front track: | 1520 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1509 mm |
| Front overhang: | 830 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 666 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 201 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.39 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16 92H |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Hydraulic elements, Semi-dependent beam with stabilizer lateral stability |
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