Dacia Sandero Stepway is derived from Sandero B-segment hatchback (B0 platform) and sold as a special trim level. The car has a greater ground clearance, roof rails, special upholstery and special exterior plastic body protections. The car featured here is the second generation of the Dacia Sandero Stepway and it is equipped with the well-known 1.5-litre dCi 90 engine. On this generation of Dacia cars (Sandero, Logan Sedan and Sandero Stepway – all three launched in the same time in 2012) was introduced the Media Nav infotainment system privided by LG and an outside temperature indicator – both features available for the first time in a Dacia vehicle.
Details
Make: Dacia
Model: Dacia Sandero / Dacia Sandero Stepway 1.5 dCi 90
Production: 2012-
Body type: hatchback, 5 doors, 5 seats
VIN: UU15SDCLC51864660
Price without VAT: 10,483 Euros
Engine: 1.5-litre (1,461 cc) 4-cylinder transverse turbocharged engine, intercooler, direct injection. The maximum output is 66 kW / 90 PS/hp at 4,000 rpm and peak torque is 220 Nm (approx. 162 lb-ft) available at 1,750 rpm.
Transmission: 5-speed manual gearbox and front wheel drive (FWD)
Tyres: Continental ContiEcoContact5 205/55 R16 H
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 11.8 seconds
Top speed: 167 km/h
Declared average fuel consumption: 4.0 liters of diesel per 100 km
Emissions: EU5, 105 g CO2/km
Fuel tank (l): 50
Dimensions (mm): L 4,080 / w 1,733 / h 1,618
Luggage compartment capacity (l): 320 / 1,200
Wheelbase (mm): 2,590
Weight (DIN/EU): 1,122 kg/1,197 kg
Cd: –
Front suspension: McPherson struts, coil springs, sway bar, ventilated disc brakes.
Rear suspension: Semi-independent H suspension, coil springs, drum brakes.
Main standard equipment
Airbags for driver and front passenger, side airbags for driver and front passenger; ABS; ESP/ESC; ASR; tyre pressure monitoring; manual air conditioning; power steering; electrically powered front windows; electrically adjustable and heated side mirrors; fog lights; height adjustable steering wheel; leather steering wheel; gear shift indicator; trip and board computer; outside temperature indicator; cruise control; speed limiter; Media Nav infotainment system with 7-inch touchscreen; steering column controls for audio system and phone; roof rails; metallic paint.
Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)
Map of Europe (80).
Comments
+ easy to drive
+ very agile
+ silent suspension
+ very good engine performance
+ good fuel economy
+ big luggage compartment
+ excellent infotainment (Media Nav)
– no depth adjustable steering wheel
– poor istrument cluster visibility during daytime (lights off)
– no start/stop
– no backlight for steering wheel mounted cruise control buttons
– high fuel consumption at highway speeds
– easy scratchable plastic inside door panels
Driven by Adrian M. for 361 km, 6.1 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 6,518 km total mileage of the car.
Filmed at AFI Palace Cotroceni