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Dacia Sandero II Stepway (facelift 2016) 1.0 SCe (73 Hp)
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Dacia Sandero:
The Dacia Sandero is a subcompact car/supermini car produced and marketed jointly by the French manufacturer Renault and its Romanian subsidiary Dacia since 2007, currently at its third generation. It has been also marketed as the Renault Sandero in certain markets, such as Russia, Latin America, Iran, Egypt, and Sub-Saharan Africa. Dacia Sandero has been Europe's best selling car several years in a row.
With a slightly shorter wheelbase than the Dacia Logan sedan from which it derives, the Sandero was developed at Renault's Technocentre near Paris, France, in conjunction with the regional engineering centres based in Brazil and Romania. It was revealed for the first time at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, and made its formal market debut in Brazil, as a Renault model, in December 2007, being the first Renault model to debut outside Europe....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Stepway (facelift 2016) Overview:
Dacia Sandero (II Stepway (facelift 2016)). With 97 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1010 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16.7 s). The top speed reaches 158 km/h. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 SCe (73 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Basic and somewhat sluggish, best suited for relaxed city driving where speed isn't a priority.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable for a naturally aspirated petrol, but not class-leading given its modest power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money in the compact crossover segment
- • Practical and spacious interior with good boot capacity
- • Robust and reliable engine options, especially the diesels
- • Elevated driving position offers good visibility
- • Low running costs, particularly with diesel and LPG variants
Cons:
- • Basic interior materials and limited refinement compared to rivals
- • Modest performance from entry-level petrol engines
- • Easy-R automated manual gearbox can be clunky
- • Some safety features might be less comprehensive than newer competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Stepway (facelift 2016): 2016 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Sandero |
| Generation: | II Stepway (facelift 2016) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 SCe (73 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 73 Hp @ 6300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 73.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 97 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B4D 411 More details about the engine B4D 411 |
| Engine displacement: | 998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 158 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.8 kg/Hp, 72.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.4 kg/Nm, 96 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1010 |
| Max. weight: | 1505 |
| Max load: | 495 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1200 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 320 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 790 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 520 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4089 mm mm |
| Width: | 1733 mm mm |
| Height: | 1615 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2589 mm mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1994 mm |
| Front track: | 1489 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1492 mm |
| Front overhang: | 846 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 654 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 173 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.68 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 | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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