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Dacia Dokker facelift 2017 1.5 dCi (90 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)
facelift 2017 Overview:
Dacia Dokker (facelift 2017). With 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.4 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 13.3 s). The top speed reaches 163 km/h. A multi-purpose vehicle designed to transport passengers with ample interior space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 dCi (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-rounded diesel option, providing a good balance of usable torque and sufficient power for most driving situations, including highway use.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy, similar to the 75 hp version, but with the added benefit of more power, making it a very cost-effective choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money and low running costs.
- • Enormous and highly versatile interior space for passengers and cargo.
- • Practical and robust design, ideal for families or small businesses.
- • Range of efficient petrol and diesel engines, including LPG option.
- • Simple, proven mechanicals contribute to reliability.
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and limited creature comforts.
- • Modest safety rating compared to modern rivals.
- • Unrefined ride quality and noticeable road noise at speed.
- • Lack of advanced driver-assistance systems.
- • Styling is purely functional, not aesthetically pleasing.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Van: March, 2013 - March, 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Dokker |
| Generation: | facelift 2017 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 dCi (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 2017 |
| End of production: | August, 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | MPV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 61.6 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K9K 612 More details about the engine K9K 612 |
| 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.4 kg/Hp, 74.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 182.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1205 |
| Max. weight: | 1838 |
| Max load: | 633 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3000 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 800 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 640 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4363 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1751 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1814-1852 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2810 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2004 mm |
| Front track: | 1490 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1478 mm |
| Front overhang: | 822 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 731 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 153-190 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.1 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, 280x24 mm [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 | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring, Elastic beam |
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