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Dacia Logan I MCV 1.6 16V (105 Hp) 7 Seats
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Dacia Logan:
The Dacia Logan is a family of automobiles produced and marketed jointly by the French manufacturer Renault and its Romanian subsidiary Dacia since mid-2004, and was the successor to the Dacia 1310 and Dacia Solenza. It has been produced as a sedan, station wagon, and as a pick-up. It has been manufactured at Dacia's automobile plant in Mioveni, Romania, and at Renault plants in Morocco, Argentina, Turkey, Russia, Colombia, Iran and India. The pick-up has also been produced at Nissan's plant in Rosslyn, South Africa....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I MCV Overview:
Dacia Logan (I MCV). With 148 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1225 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.1 s). The top speed reaches 174 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
1.6 16V (105 Hp) 7 Seats Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful option, providing the best acceleration and making the MCV feel more capable, especially with a full load or on inclines.
Fuel Economy
Significantly higher fuel consumption compared to the diesels, making it less economical for high mileage drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unbeatable value for money as a 7-seater
- • Enormous interior and cargo space (up to 2350 litres)
- • Robust and simple mechanics, easy to maintain
- • Practical and versatile for families or utility use
- • Good fuel economy from dCi diesel engines
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and sparse features
- • Underpowered engines, especially the lower-spec petrols
- • Lack of refinement and noise insulation
- • Mediocre safety rating (based on sedan variant)
- • Dated design and driving dynamics
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2005 - 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Logan |
| Generation: | I MCV |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 16V (105 Hp) 7 Seats |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 105 Hp @ 5750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.7 Hp/l [200mm more] |
| Torque: | 148 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K4M 690 More details about the engine K4M 690 |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 174 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.7 kg/Hp, 85.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1225 |
| Max. weight: | 1840 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 615 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2350 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 198 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 650 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4450 mm mm [200mm more] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Height: | 1674 mm mm [149mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2905 mm mm [275mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1993 mm |
| Front track: | 1481 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1458 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.25 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, 259 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum, 203 mm [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 | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring, Torsion |
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