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ZAZ Sens Hatchback 1.3L (70 Hp)
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ZAZ Sens:
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Hatchback Overview:
ZAZ Sens (Hatchback). With 108 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1182 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17 s). The top speed reaches 162 km/h. 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.
The ZAZ Sens Hatchback was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a vehicle developed on an older platform with a strong emphasis on cost-effectiveness, its passive safety features are likely very basic compared to contemporary Western European standards.
1.3L (70 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.3L engine offers very modest performance, with a slow 0-100 km/h acceleration of 17 seconds. It is adequate for city driving but struggles on highways, making overtakes challenging.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy, particularly in urban conditions (8.9 l/100 km), is not impressive for an engine of this size and power output, reflecting older technology and design.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extremely affordable purchase price
- • Simple, easy-to-maintain mechanicals
- • Good for basic urban transportation needs
- • Low cost of spare parts and repairs
Cons:
- • Very poor performance and acceleration
- • High fuel consumption for its class
- • Basic safety features and crash protection
- • Lack of modern comfort and technology features
- • Dated design and interior quality
- • Limited highway capability and refinement
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | ZAZ |
| Model: | Sens |
| Generation: | Hatchback |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3L (70 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 70 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 53.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 108 Nm @ 3250 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1299 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 162 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.9 kg/Hp, 59.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.9 kg/Nm, 91.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1182 |
| Max. weight: | 1595 |
| Max load: | 413 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 48 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4074 mm |
| Width: | 1678 mm |
| Height: | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2520 mm |
| Front track: | 1405 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1425 mm |
| 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 |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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