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Dacia Dokker Van 1.6 MPI (85 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)
Van Overview:
Dacia Dokker (Van). With 134 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1083 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.3 s). The top speed reaches 159 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Dacia Dokker (passenger version) received a 3-star Euro NCAP rating in 2012, indicating an adequate but not class-leading level of safety, particularly in adult occupant protection for its segment. The van variant shares this platform.
1.6 MPI (85 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Basic performance, suitable for light duties and lower speeds, but lacks punch and refinement.
Fuel Economy
Significantly higher fuel consumption compared to diesel variants, less ideal for frequent use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money and low purchase price.
- • Generous cargo capacity for its class.
- • Economical diesel engine options.
- • Simple, robust, and easy to maintain mechanics.
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and limited creature comforts.
- • Modest safety rating compared to modern rivals.
- • Petrol engines are less fuel-efficient.
- • Unrefined driving experience, especially at higher speeds.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(facelift 2017: January, 2019 - November, 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Dokker |
| Generation: | Van |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 MPI (85 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 2013 |
| End of production: | July, 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 85 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 53.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 134 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K7M 812 More details about the engine K7M 812 |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 159 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.7 kg/Hp, 78.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.1 kg/Nm, 123.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1083 |
| Max. weight: | 1736 |
| Max load: | 653 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3900 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 3300 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4363 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1751 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1809 mm mm [5mm less] |
| 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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