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Dacia Sandero III 1.0 TCe (91 Hp) CVT
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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 Overview:
Dacia Sandero (III). With 142 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1093 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. 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.
The Dacia Sandero III received a 2-star Euro NCAP rating in 2021, primarily due to its limited standard safety assistance systems, though it offers decent protection for adult and child occupants in crash tests.
1.0 TCe (91 Hp) CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
While acceleration figures are not provided, the CVT gearbox offers a smoother, more relaxed driving experience, particularly beneficial in urban traffic, though it might feel less engaging than the manual.
Fuel Economy
Achieving 4.9-5.1 l/100 km, this CVT variant boasts slightly better fuel economy than its manual counterpart, making it an excellent choice for those prioritizing efficiency and ease of driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money in its segment
- • Practical and spacious interior for a compact car
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially over rough surfaces
- • Efficient TCe engine options for daily use
- • Robust and simple design, contributing to reliability
Cons:
- • Basic interior materials and limited premium features
- • Low Euro NCAP safety rating due to lack of advanced driver aids
- • 1.0 SCe base engine is underpowered for anything beyond city driving
- • Not a performance-oriented vehicle, handling is adequate but unexciting
- • Some road and wind noise at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (facelift 2016): January, 2020 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Sandero |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 TCe (91 Hp) CVT |
| Start of production: | January, 2021 |
| End of production: | 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 91 Hp @ 4500-5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 91.1 Hp/l [19mm more] |
| Torque: | 142 Nm |
| Engine Model/Code: | H4D 470 More details about the engine H4D 470 |
| 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 oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.3-4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC, WLTP equivalent): | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC, WLTP equivalent): | 4.3-4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC, WLTP equivalent): | 4.9-5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.9-5.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.9 kg/Hp, 83.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 130.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1087-1099 |
| Max. weight: | 1586 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 487-499 |
| 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 |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 585 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4088 mm mm [19mm more] |
| Width: | 1848 mm mm [115mm more] |
| Height: | 1499 mm mm [24mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2604 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2007 mm |
| Front track: | 1533 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1519 mm |
| Front overhang: | 819 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 666 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 162 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 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| 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 | 185/65 R15; 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 15; 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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