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Dacia Logan I Van 1.5 dCi (90 Hp)
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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 Van Overview:
Dacia Logan (I Van). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1206 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.6 s). The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 dCi (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The strongest diesel engine, providing an excellent blend of robust torque and responsive acceleration, making it highly capable for diverse commercial applications.
Fuel Economy
Achieves outstanding fuel economy, positioning it as the most efficient and practical choice for high-mileage users and demanding operations.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional affordability and low purchase price
- • Generous and practical cargo space
- • Robust and simple mechanicals, leading to good reliability
- • Excellent fuel economy from diesel variants
- • Low running and maintenance costs
- • Utilitarian design focused on function over frills
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and limited comfort features
- • Modest performance from most engine options
- • Limited advanced safety features (3-star Euro NCAP)
- • Unrefined ride quality compared to passenger cars
- • Dated design and technology by modern standards
- • Noise levels can be high, especially in diesel models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (facelift 2022): 2022 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Logan |
| Generation: | I Van |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 dCi (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | January, 2007 |
| End of production: | August, 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 3750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 61.6 Hp/l [54mm more] |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K9K More details about the engine K9K |
| 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 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.4 kg/Hp, 74.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 165.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1206 |
| Max. weight: | 2006 |
| Max load: | 800 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4450 mm mm [54mm more] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [108mm less] |
| Height: | 1640 mm mm [139mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2905 mm mm [256mm more] |
| 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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