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Dacia Sandero III (facelift 2022) 1.5 dCi (95 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)
III (facelift 2022) Overview:
Dacia Sandero (III (facelift 2022)). With 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 dCi (95 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers strong torque for its size, making it feel robust and capable, especially on longer journeys and with a full load. Excellent for motorway cruising.
Fuel Economy
Outstanding fuel economy, particularly on highway runs, making it the most economical option for high-mileage drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional value for money and low running costs
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially over rough surfaces
- • Generous boot space for a supermini
- • Modernized exterior design with the facelift
Cons:
- • Basic Euro NCAP safety rating (2 stars)
- • Entry-level engines can feel underpowered outside of city limits
- • Interior materials, while durable, can feel basic
- • Limited advanced technology and driver aids on lower trims
- • CVT gearbox can be unrefined under hard acceleration
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Stepway (facelift 2016): 2019 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Sandero |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2022) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 dCi (95 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 95 Hp @ 3750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65 Hp/l [1mm less] |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 1500-2500 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 |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.1 l/100 km |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1108 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 328 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4088 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Width: | 1848 mm mm [91mm more] |
| Height: | 1499 mm mm [119mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2604 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2007 mm |
| Front track: | 1533 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1519 mm |
| Front overhang: | 819 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 666 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 162 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.53 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, 203 mm [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15; 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 15; 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-dependent beam with stabilizer lateral stability |
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