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Dacia Sandero III Stepway (facelift 2022) 1.5 dCi (102 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 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 dCi (102 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong torque provides confident acceleration and effortless cruising, especially on longer journeys.
Fuel Economy
Exceptional fuel efficiency makes this the most economical choice, ideal for high-mileage drivers.
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(II Stepway (facelift 2016): 2019 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Sandero |
| Generation: | III Stepway (facelift 2022) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 dCi (102 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 102 Hp @ 3750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.8 Hp/l [10mm more] |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K9K More details about the engine K9K |
| 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 layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.2 l/100 km |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1108 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 328 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4099 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1848 mm mm [91mm more] |
| Height: | 1587 mm mm [31mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2604 mm mm [15mm more] |
| 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [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 | 205/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-dependent beam with stabilizer lateral stability |
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