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Dacia Lodgy Stepway (facelift 2017) 1.2 TCe (116 Hp)
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Dacia Lodgy:
The Dacia Lodgy is a compact MPV produced by the French manufacturer Renault and its Romanian subsidiary Dacia since 2012. It was officially unveiled jointly by both brands at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The car was available only in LHD from launch, with front-wheel drive and a choice of five and seven seater models. The Lodgy was manufactured at a Renault factory in Tangier, Morocco.
The Lodgy shares the Dacia M0 platform with the contemporary Dacia Logan, Dacia Sandero and Renault Symbol. It is powered by a choice of four cylinder engines: a 1. 5 L diesel and two petrol engines, a 1. 6 L aspirated and a 1. 2 L turbocharged Energy TCe 115....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Stepway (facelift 2017) Overview:
Dacia Lodgy (Stepway (facelift 2017)). With 190 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1318 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.6 s). The top speed reaches 179 km/h. A multi-purpose vehicle designed to transport passengers with ample interior space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.2 TCe (116 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Surprisingly sprightly for its size, offering good acceleration and responsive power delivery for a small turbo petrol.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel efficiency for a petrol engine, balancing performance with reasonable running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money, especially for a 7-seater MPV
- • Generous interior space and highly practical modular seating
- • Large boot capacity, particularly with rear seats folded
- • Proven and reliable Renault-sourced engines
- • Low running costs, especially with diesel options
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and limited technology features
- • Mediocre Euro NCAP safety rating compared to rivals
- • Unrefined driving dynamics and noticeable road noise
- • Dated design, even after the facelift
- • Limited engine choices for automatic transmission
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Stepway (facelift 2017): August, 2019 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Lodgy |
| Generation: | Stepway (facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 TCe (116 Hp) |
| Start of production: | January, 2017 |
| End of production: | September, 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | MPV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 116 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 96.8 Hp/l [24mm less] |
| Torque: | 190 Nm @ 1750 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 |
| Cylinder Bore: | 72.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.2 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 179 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 88 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.9 kg/Nm, 144.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1318 |
| Max. weight: | 1832 |
| Max load: | 514 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 827 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1400 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 640 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4498 mm mm [24mm less] |
| Width: | 1751 mm mm [16mm less] |
| Height: | 1682-1684 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2810 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2004 mm |
| Front track: | 1492 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1478 mm |
| Front overhang: | 822 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 866 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 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 [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 | 195/65 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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