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Dacia Sandero II Stepway (facelift 2016) 0.9 TCe (90 Hp) Start&Stop Easy-R
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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)
II Stepway (facelift 2016) Overview:
Dacia Sandero (II Stepway (facelift 2016)). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1047 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11 s). The top speed reaches 168 km/h. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
0.9 TCe (90 Hp) Start&Stop Easy-R Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Surprisingly sprightly for its size, with the Easy-R gearbox providing ease of use in urban environments.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a small turbo petrol, balancing power with efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money in the compact crossover segment
- • Practical and spacious interior with good boot capacity
- • Robust and reliable engine options, especially the diesels
- • Elevated driving position offers good visibility
- • Low running costs, particularly with diesel and LPG variants
Cons:
- • Basic interior materials and limited refinement compared to rivals
- • Modest performance from entry-level petrol engines
- • Easy-R automated manual gearbox can be clunky
- • Some safety features might be less comprehensive than newer competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2015 - 2016).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Sandero |
| Generation: | II Stepway (facelift 2016) |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.9 TCe (90 Hp) Start&Stop Easy-R |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 100.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 2250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | H4B 408 More details about the engine H4B 408 |
| 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 |
| Cylinder Bore: | 72.2 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.1 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 b |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 168 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.6 kg/Hp, 86 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 133.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1047 |
| Max. weight: | 1535 |
| Max load: | 488 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1090 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 790 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.72 m |
| 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 | Automatic |
| 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 | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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