Dacia Logan II 0.9 Tce (90 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.5 / 10
Safety 4.0 / 5
Engine 3.2 / 5
Value 4.5 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Dacia Logan:

The Dacia Logan is a family of automobiles produced and marketed jointly by the French manufacturer Renault and its Romanian subsidiary Dacia since mid-2004, and was the successor to the Dacia 1310 and Dacia Solenza. It has been produced as a sedan, station wagon, and as a pick-up. It has been manufactured at Dacia's automobile plant in Mioveni, Romania, and at Renault plants in Morocco, Argentina, Turkey, Russia, Colombia, Iran and India. The pick-up has also been produced at Nissan's plant in Rosslyn, South Africa....(Read more on Wikipedia)

II Overview:

Dacia Logan (II). With 135 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.7 l/100km). Weighing only 998 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 175 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Safety Rating
Euro NCAP Year 2013
Adult Occupant 80%
Stars 4
Expert Note:
The Dacia Logan II shares its platform and safety architecture with the Dacia Sandero II, which achieved a 4-star Euro NCAP rating in 2013. While not directly tested, its safety performance is considered comparable, offering reasonable protection for occupants.

0.9 Tce (90 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Punchy for its size, the turbocharged 0.9 Tce provides lively performance (11.1 sec 0-100 km/h) making it enjoyable in urban settings.

Fuel Economy

Good fuel economy for a petrol engine at 5 l/100 km, though real-world figures can vary with driving style due to turbocharging.

Best Use Case: City / Mixed Driving

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Exceptional value for money and low purchase price.
  • • Robust and simple mechanicals, leading to good reliability.
  • • Spacious interior and large boot for its class.
  • • Very economical diesel and LPG engine options.
  • • Practical and unpretentious design.

Cons:

  • • Basic interior materials and limited creature comforts.
  • • Modest performance from entry-level engines.
  • • Refinement levels are lower than more expensive rivals.
  • • Some safety features might be optional or absent on base trims.
  • • Ride comfort can be firm on rougher roads.

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 2008): 2010 - 2012).

General:
Brand:Dacia
Model:Logan
Generation:II
Modification (Engine):0.9 Tce (90 Hp)
Start of production:2012
End of production:2015
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:90 Hp @ 5250 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:100.2 Hp/l [59mm more]
Torque:135 Nm @ 2500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:H4B 400 More details about the engine H4B 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
Engine oil capacity:4.1 l
Coolant:4.5 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:6.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:4.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:5 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:11.1 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:11.1 sec
Maximum speed:175 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:11.1 kg/Hp, 90.2 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.4 kg/Nm, 135.3 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:10.5 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:998
Max. weight:1520
Max load:522
Fuel tank capacity:50 l
Size:
Length:4347 mm mm [59mm more]
Width:1732 mm mm [8mm less]
Height:1517 mm mm [17mm less]
Wheelbase:2634 mm mm [4mm more]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size185/65 R15
Wheel rims size15
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionTorsion

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