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Dacia Dokker 1.2 TCe (115 Hp)
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Dacia Dokker:
The Dacia Dokker is a panel van and leisure activity vehicle built at the Renault factory in Tangier, Morocco. It was officially launched at the 2012 Casablanca Auto Show, and initially went on sale in Morocco in June 2012. It has been available in Romania since September 2012, and is marketed in Europe, North Africa, Turkey, Israel and French overseas territories.
It is manufactured in passenger and panel van variants, as well as a crossover version, the Dokker Stepway, introduced at the 2012 Istanbul Motor Show, featuring body elements similar to the Sandero Stepway. It is marketed in the CIS countries and in the Middle East under the name Renault Dokker and Renault Kangoo in South America, but not in other parts of the world, as it would cannibalize the sales of its French sourced brother, the Renault Kangoo. In 2018, Dacia Italia together with Focaccia Group created a pick-up variant for the Italian market....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Dokker Overview:
Dacia Dokker (Dokker). With 190 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1205 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 multi-purpose vehicle designed to transport passengers with ample interior space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Dacia Dokker received a 3-star Euro NCAP rating in 2012, indicating an adequate but not class-leading level of safety, particularly in adult occupant protection.
1.2 TCe (115 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful engine in the lineup, providing noticeably better acceleration and more confident overtaking ability.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for a turbocharged petrol engine, offering a good balance between power and efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional cargo and passenger space for its class
- • Very low purchase price and running costs (especially diesel models)
- • Practical and robust design, built for utility
- • Simple, proven mechanicals contribute to good reliability
- • Sliding rear doors enhance accessibility
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and limited creature comforts
- • Modest safety rating compared to modern standards
- • Unrefined ride quality and noticeable road noise
- • Performance can be sluggish with lower-powered engines
- • Limited advanced driver-assistance systems
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(facelift 2017: August, 2019 - June, 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Dokker |
| Generation: | Dokker |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 TCe (115 Hp) |
| Start of production: | December, 2012 |
| End of production: | March, 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | MPV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 96 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 190 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | H5Ft 402 More details about the engine H5Ft 402 |
| Engine displacement: | 1198 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 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: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 95.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 157.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1205 |
| Max. weight: | 1823 |
| Max load: | 618 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3000 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 800 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4363 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1751 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1814 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2810 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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 |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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