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Dacia Manifesto Concept

With the reveal of Manifesto Concept, Dacia is emphatically reaffirming its unrivalled vision of an essential, cool, robust, affordable and environmentally efficient car. Although it does not prefigure an upcoming model, Manifesto is a lab for ideas with some of its innovative features available on future vehicles in the Dacia range.

Manifesto explores a connection to nature by being environmentally friendly, robust and by demonstrating usefulness in the outdoors. It is a bold statement about the brand’s aim to stand by customers as they become ever keener to try outdoor pursuits, while expanding on the values and qualities that have helped to build Dacia’s success.

ESSENTIAL BUT COOL

Manifesto Concept is redefining the essentials, offering an ever simpler and more genuine experience. There are no barriers between the passengers and the environment – no doors, no windows, no windshield. The driver and passenger are therefore fully immersed in nature. As you prepare for your open-air activities, there’s nothing quite as convenient as a hard-wearing work surface that serves a variety of purposes instead of a tailgate.

Passengers can also be close to nature and at the same time remain connected with the services available on their smartphone: Dacia’s simple, effective and economical Bring-Your-Own-Device approach makes it possible to fully integrate a smartphone into the dashboard and on-board computer. This ingenious system is already available on several of the brand’s current models and will evolve in the future.

Manifesto Concept demonstrates another piece of smart thinking by Dacia with YouClip, a very simple system to secure a variety of handy and modular accessories. This pioneering idea will be built into future Dacia models.

Lastly, as cool often overlaps with useful at Dacia, Manifesto offers a single headlamp – why use two if one provides all the light you need? – this can also be detached to be used as a powerful torchlight!

ROBUST AND GEARED FOR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Dacia cars are famed for being sturdy and dependable. Duster, Jogger and Sandero Stepway stand out as cars that customers can count on for their outdoor pursuits. Manifesto Concept pushes the limits even further, turning a car into a go-between by connecting people and nature.

Manifesto Concept comes with all the off-road hallmarks, including 4-wheel drive, very generous ride height, large wheels and a body built to withstand the toughest terrain.

It is waterproof: you can clean the inside with a jet washer.

What’s more, the removable seat coverings become sleeping bags in seconds.

For extra practicality, the roof rack can carry all sorts of loads as the carrier bars can shift into a variety of configurations. Dacia has already demonstrated excellence in this area with innovative modular roof bars available on Sandero Stepway and Jogger, soon coming to Duster.

A dedicated and removable battery supplies power through a household outlet, turning Manifesto Concept into an energy source for any outdoor activities requiring power.

ECO-SMART

With Manifesto Concept, the brand is proudly showing its vision for a vehicle with a minimal environmental footprint. As it is compact and lightweight, it consumes less energy. This quest for efficiency goes back a long way in the Dacia range – Jogger, for instance, is 300kg lighter than its 7-seat rivals.

Manifesto Concept’s main plastic body parts contain a significant portion of recycled material. Called Starkle®, it is made from already processed polypropylene, with a flecked effect.

The interior is fitted with natural materials such as the cork covering the dashboard. As with the latest Dacia models, the decorative chrome plating is gone.

The concept airless tyres are another innovative feature, as they aim for environmental friendliness as well as savings. The underlying principle is durability as tyres are puncture-proof and last for as long as the vehicle.

Commenting on Manifesto, David Durand, Dacia Design Director said: “At Dacia, we like to keep it real. As we were developing and exploring new ideas, we felt we needed to push them past 3D simulations and see what they look like in real life! As well as being a designer object, Manifesto Concept encapsulates our vision and combines a wide range of innovation – some involve extreme implementation, but they are still affordable for customers. We will be using a few of them on future Dacia models.”

Lionel Jaillet, Dacia Product Performance Director, said: “We want to build a range of products that strengthens our brand promise, focusing on the essentials and adapting our vehicles for outdoor activities. Beyond our models, we are also working on innovative features that match our customers’ need and lifestyles even more closely. Manifesto Concept is a “lab” to try out and mock up new ideas. The version you can see today will keep on evolving as we keep on exploring! So don’t miss the next models: they will be ever smarter, ever more tailored to outdoor activities and ever more Dacia!”

September 16, 2022
Dacia reveals details for new Duster lineup

Orders are now open for the new Dacia Duster, as details and offers are confirmed. Having been revised with new design elements, advanced technologies and tons of additional goodies, the new lineup will definitely be an appealing one for customers and brand enthusiasts.

Exterior design

The new Duster features a modern design with optimized aerodynamics and added elegant lines and curves. The front-end showcases similar cues to the Sandero lineup and includes new light units with Y-shaped daytime lights, a new 3D radiator grille design, and an overall bolder and more aggressive face design. Furthermore, the new Dacia features a revised rear spoiler and new 16- and 17-inch alloy rims.

Interior design

New Duster boosts the comfort of occupants and welcomes everyone to a place with high-end upholstery, new headrests, and a revised center console with a large touch screen.

Notable additions include an onboard computer screen, automatic main beam activation, and cruise control, and speed limiter with backlit controls on the steering wheel.

Safety and utility features

The new Duster is available with a choice of 2 new user-friendly multimedia systems, along with Dacia’s Plug & Radio audio setup with MP3, USB, Bluetooth, and DAB capabilities.

Depending on the trim level, Duster can be specified with a larger touchscreen, smartphone incorporation, USB ports, and even more refined audio system.

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As it comes to safety features, the new Duster lineup is geared with an extended list of systems. Such include tire pressure monitoring, cruise control, and Emergency Brake Assist, and Blind Spot Warning. Hill Start Assist, Adaptive Hill Descent, and the Multiview camera are also part of the equipment.

Drivetrain system

The engines for all trim levels have been completely revised and offer a wide range of petrol, diesel, and Bi-Fuel systems. Also, all types of engines are mated to a dedicated Efficient Dual Clutch gearbox, which not only offers excellent economy capabilities but also contributes to a smooth and rewarding driving experience.

The New Duster’s range of Euro 6D Full-compliant engines consists of three TCe petrol units of 90, 130, and 150hp outputs, all driving the front wheels through either a six-speed manual gearbox or, in the case of the TCe 150, Dacia’s new EDC six-speed automatic.

August 3, 2021
Dacia unveils new Duster – a reliable SUV with tons of features
Dacia enhances and upgrades the Duster SUV lineup. The latest family member features a refreshed design, tons of new features, and neat tech concepts. So, let’s see what the latest family member has to showcase!

Exterior design

Unveiled with the new Desert Orange exterior finish, the new Duster proudly showcases a refreshed design. This iteration is more stylish, but also more aggressive, compared to predecessor models.

The front adopts a new styling approach, similar to the new Sandero and Sandero Stepway. The newcomer includes a Y-shaped daytime running lights design, a new 3D chromed radiator grille and overall refreshment to Duster’s face.

Furthermore, the dynamic lines are also continued to the side and the rear-end, where a new spoiler proudly sits and complements the neat 16- and 17-inch alloys.

Interior design

New Duster improves the comfort of the occupants with a more inviting and functional cabin. The interior features new upholstery, new headrests, and a high center console with a wide retracting armrest.

A major new feature is the inclusion of a high central console with a large computer screen, automatic main beam activation and cruise control, and speed limiter with backlight controls on the steering wheel.

Furthermore, the vehicle can be specified with a choice of two multimedia systems. In addition to the Dacia Plug and Music audio system, the two available systems are Media Display and Media Nav.

Drivetrain system

New Duster’s engine range is now completely renewed and blends an agile performance capability with reduced CO2 emissions. The vehicle can also be specified with an available six-speed automatic EDC gearbox with a TCe 150 power unit or a six-speed automatic EDC with TCe 150 engine.

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Talking about engines, the new Duster has a full range of Euro 6D power units. This lineup includes:

Diesel:
- dCi 115 (two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive) combined with a six-speed manual gearbox.
Petrol:
- TCe 90 (two-wheel drive) combined with a six-speed manual gearbox.
- TCe 130 (two-wheel drive) combined with a six-speed manual gearbox.
- TCe 150 (two-wheel drive) combined with a six-speed automatic EDC gearbox.
- Bi-Fuel (petrol-LPG): TCe 100 (two-wheel drive) combined with a six-speed manual gearbox.
Safety features

In addition to the standard Cruise Control and Speed Limiter functions, the new Duster comes with the latest generation of ESC as a standard. Additional systems include Blind Spot Warning, Park Assist, Hill Start Assist, Adaptive Hill Descent Control, Multiview Camera, and more.
June 22, 2021
Dacia Duster ensures advanced mountain rescue support

Since 2013, Dacia has partnered with three mountain rescue associations in Slovenia, Croatia, and Serbia. Brand’s famous Duster model is used by numerous response teams and allows them to carry out all kinds of rescue missions in any remote location and transport equipment, rescue dogs, and those in need.s

Darko, a Croatian rescuer for 25 years, explains: “We have used Dacia Dusters for the last eight years. They are really practical vehicles because they can be driven on urban roads and forest tracks too.”

Dusters are used as rapid response vehicles to get to the scene of the accident and transport everything needed for a successful rescue mission – medical equipment, search dogs, and all kinds of technologies. The vehicle’s AWD system and high ground clearance allow for easy operation in difficult situations, harsh environments, and bad weather conditions.

The Slovenian, Croatian and Serbian mountains are visited by a large number of people and there are often accidents occurring. This is why in Slovenia there are 430 rescue teams that responded to 485 incidents in 2020, 500 volunteers in Serbia that called out 1,500 times last year. As it comes to Croatia, there are about 700 volunteers and they have been called out about 7,000 times last year. Natural disasters, including floods, earthquakes, storms and snow avalanches account for 15 percent of callouts.

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“With the Duster, we can get to the scene of the accident really quickly to give first aid,” Darko, a long-serving Croat rescuer said.

Even in difficult weather and driving conditions, the Dacia Duster provides dependability and off-road capabilities to support these heroes of the mountains as they save people’s lives.

Source: Dacia

May 21, 2021
Dacia presents new Media Control system for infotainment management

Dacia presents a new Media Control function for that would ease drivers in their everyday use of the multimedia devices within any Dacia vehicle. The system provides effortless hassle-free connectivity and seamlessly integrates the driver’s smartphone into the vehicle and eases the use of any infotainment function in the cabin.

In order to access the menu and Dacia’s Media Control, drivers need to download the dedicated Dacia App and ensure Bluetooth connectivity. All the essential functions are then at the driver’s fingertips, such as navigation, radio, music, telephone contacts, and more. The access to such functions can be activated by voice and by the steering wheel’s buttons.

Nicolas Legros explains: “Media Control is a complete multimedia system. It includes a radio, two speakers, a USB port, Bluetooth connectivity, steering wheel controls and, above all, a smartphone docking station integrated into the dashboard. From the very beginning of the project, this docking station was truly integrated into the design of the dashboard. A guarantee of comfort and ergonomics for our customers.”

Customization and functions

Because of the flexible App, the system is capable of adapting to the needs of each individual user. Shortcuts can be created for a driver’s favourite widgets, applications, and phone contacts. For navigation, there is a wide choice of map and guidance providers, while a feature reminds drivers to take their phones with them at the end of a journey, and a useful ‘Go To My Car’ function directs the driver to where they have parked their vehicle.

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Multimedia options include radio, playlists from the phone, subscriptions to music platforms, USB sticks or MP3 players. For the phone, in addition to calls, all the essential functions are available: hands-free mode to find a contact in the phonebook, consult the history or access the events planned in the calendar.

Source: Dacia

May 20, 2021
Dacia Bigster Concept
Dacia has unveiled its five-year plan as part of Groupe Renault’s Renaulution strategy.

The company will boost its efficiency and become even more competitive with the creation of the new Dacia-Lada business, broadening into new areas of the new car market. In addition, the unveiling of the Bigster Concept car paves the way for Dacia in the C-segment.

Denis Le Vot, CEO Dacia and Lada brands, said: “Dacia will stay Dacia, always offering a trustworthy, authentic, best-value-for-money proposition to smart buyers. With the creation of the Dacia-Lada business unit, we’ll leverage to the full the CMF-B modular platform, boost our efficiency and further increase our products’ competitiveness, quality and attractiveness. We’ll have everything we need to bring the brands to higher lands, with the Bigster Concept leading the way.”

A unique, efficient and robust business model
For the past 15 years, Dacia has consistently rolled out contemporary, simple, and appealing vehicles. Relying on unrivalled know-how, Dacia leverages the best proven technical solutions available from Groupe Renault and the Renault Nissan Mitsubishi Alliance.

Thanks to a lean distribution model, Dacia has since carved out a name for itself in 44 countries, with seven million vehicles sold so far and many best-sellers. Year after year, the Sandero and Duster remain the number one car and number one SUV sold to private customers in Europe.

Dacia continues to hit the spot with its latest range of vehicles. In order to strengthen its position further and deliver models that both fulfill the needs of customers and evolve with a changing industry, Dacia is able to rely on:
- An efficient and disciplined design-to-cost approach in product development
- A dedicated Dacia-Lada business backed by a global automotive group, with targeted technological support, to increase the potential for collaboration
- The Alliance’s brand-new, highly flexible CMF-B platform that will enable Dacia and Lada to move from four platforms to one and from 18 body types to 11
- Vehicles based on this platform that could be available with both alternative-energy and hybrid engines, ensuring compliance with changing regulation and vehicle use
- A competitive range, with the All-New Sandero, All-New Logan, and also All-New Dacia Spring – Europe’s most affordable all-electric city car – launched in 2021, and three new models coming soon for 2025
- A new entry into the C-segment, previewed by the Bigster Concept
Bigster Concept: An assured and outdoorsy entrance to the C-segment
In true Dacia style, the Bigster Concept is roomy, robust, and meant for open air and dusty roads while exploring new horizons. A 4.6-metre-long SUV with no more or no less than the essential, the Bigster is the Dacia way of making the C-segment accessible, delivering a larger, more capable vehicle at the cost buyers would expect from the segment below.

Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos, Dacia Design Director, said: “Dacia Bigster Concept epitomises the evolution of the brand. Essential, with a touch of cool and an outdoor spirit. It proves that accessible is not opposed by any meanings to attractiveness. At Dacia we believe so, and this car is the proof.”

The Bigster Concept’s DNA is aligned with the brand’s core values, those which have developed and maintained a sturdy, long-standing relationship with its customers over the years: simplicity, honesty, and authenticity.

Proportions of the Bigster Concept are contemporary yet timeless – what you see is what you get. They send a clear message of robustness with simple and reassuring lines.

Its generous exterior dimensions promise a very spacious interior. The Y-shaped lighting signature is now larger, highlighting the SUV’s bold and assertive style, while the dark green paint underpins the adventurous nature of the vehicle and the owner.

No bells and whistles, no chrome trim or imitation-aluminium, the Bigster Concept is a genuine vehicle made with genuine principles, shown in the use of raw recycled plastics for all protective exterior panels.

As the possible future figurehead of the Dacia range, both alternative-energy and hybrid engines are possible, reinforcing that the brand is always perfectly in sync with changing regulation and customers’ expectations.

Dacia is a way to escape, giving its customers a unique, genuine, no-frills experience – shown by the Bigster Concept. More than ever before, Dacia embodies freedom of movement and has become a statement piece that focuses on its customers’ needs and fundamental aspirations. A purchase with meaning.

Dacia: always essential, ever more attractive.
February 16, 2021
Dacia Sandero

Dacia has announced full pricing and specifications for the most affordable new car on sale in the UK, the All-New Sandero, and the rugged best-selling version – the All-New Sandero Stepway.

Debuting a mature new exterior design and an all-new interior, both models benefit from a significant uplift in quality. They feature the latest in connected technology, whilst still maintaining Dacia’s undisputed practicality credentials, the All-New Sandero and Stepway models go on sale in the UK from 1 February 2021.

For customers keen to get hold of the new model, pre-ordering for the All-New Sandero and Stepway opens on 2nd December via a dedicated online portal for just £99. Those who order via the portal will receive 3 years’ free servicing and will be first to receive their car when deliveries begin in April 2021.

Priced from just £7,995 OTR, the All-New Sandero remains the UK’s best-priced new car, while the All-New Sandero Stepway offers desirable crossover style and rugged charm from as little as £10,995 OTR.

All-New Sandero and Stepway models feature more equipment than ever, but remain loyal to Dacia’s ethos of offering simple, no frills, quality motoring with everything a driver could need at an affordable price. All models boast new LED lights, the latest multimedia systems for enhanced convenience and low running costs.

Keeping things even simpler, the Sandero and Stepway models come with just two options to choose from depending on the specification – metallic paint and a spare wheel.

There’s also more interior space, wrapped up in a grown up package with new design details that make Dacia’s best-selling models more desirable than ever.

EXTERIOR STYLING

Built on an all-new efficient CMF modular platform, the All-New Sandero and Stepway feature an evolved contemporary exterior design with new details giving it greater presence and a more premium look on the road.

The overall lines are smoother and wheel arches more pronounced, this combined with a lower roof and angled windscreen give the Sandero the impression of sitting lower to the road, while Dacia’s new signature Y-shaped LED daytime running lights – linked via decorative chrome trim – give the car a recognisable presence from the front.

Innovative Flexwheels, featured on Comfort models, provide the look of an attractive alloy wheel but the convenience of a trim being more affordable and more robust, while small details around the vehicle complete the more grown-up look. The door handles are shaped for greater comfort and convenience, an electric boot release features on most models and revised wing mirrors ensure improved aerodynamics and less wind noise – for a more refined cabin.

The All-New Sandero Stepway takes all of these changes and adds a number of rugged elements befitting of its Stepway name. Instantly recognisable by the Stepway logo beneath the unique front grille, extra cladding and metal skid plates around the car, the Stepway is undeniably ready for action.

It sits 174mm higher than the regular Sandero and features innovative adjustable roof bars that can be easily converted into a roof rack, meaning all kinds of loads up to 80kg can be accommodated without fuss. Wheelarch cladding and textured reinforced lower door sections complete the exterior style enhancements for its go-anywhere look.

The versatile All-New Stepway also features the clever Flexwheels while newly introduced Prestige specification features attractive 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels.

All versions of the All-New Sandero and Stepway feature bright LED lights as standard, delivering enhanced night-time visibility by up to 37% in beam length and 9% in beam width. At the rear, Dacia’s distinctive light signature has evolved and ensures the Sandero stands out.

INTERIOR

The All-New Sandero and Stepway’s interiors have seen a significant uplift over the previous model, introducing a range of new technologies, superior quality, and greater comfort and convenience features than ever.

The dashboard design is completely new to both models, with new fabric inserts on the doors and across the dashboard, plus a sleek new air vent design, making the interior look and feel more upmarket. On All-New Stepway models, the more adventurous theme is carried over from the outside with unique upholstery featuring Stepway logos and exclusive orange trim on the air vents plus orange stitching to the door trims and seats.

Redesigned seats feature on all Sandero models offering greater comfort and support, including the availability of premium upholstery and an adjustable armrest on selected models. A repositioned, smaller gearlever and a steering wheel with greater reach and height adjustment ensures drivers of all sizes can find a comfortable position.

The All-New Sandero and Stepway offer the space and practicality of a supermini at city car prices. A 1/3-2/3 split-folding rear bench is available (depending on the version), expanding the generous 328-litre boot space even further. With the rear seats in place, the large boot features an adjustable boot floor, giving customers a choice of two positions, while rear seat passengers get an extra 42mm of space over the previous Sandero, providing best-in-class rear legroom.

There’s more space for smaller items too, thanks to 21 extra litres of storage space in cubby holes and pockets throughout the cabin.

TECHNOLOGIES AND SAFETY

The All-New Sandero and Stepway offer more technology and features than ever before, continuing to give customers desirable and useful equipment at an affordable price.

All versions offer smartphone connectivity, with a versatile new Media Control docking station for mobile devices that sits neatly on top of the dashboard. Operated using the new free Dacia Media Control app and Bluetooth or USB connection, the driver’s smartphone becomes the multimedia system that can be easily removed.

On Sandero Comfort and Stepway Comfort and Prestige, an eight-inch Media Nav touchscreen system comes as standard, including navigation, media, Bluetooth, plus smartphone mirroring via wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The screen sits on top of the dashboard angled slightly towards the driver, making it simple to operate, with an easy-to-use interface and four speakers throughout the vehicle.

A designated ‘Car’ tab gives access to the vehicle’s driver assistance and safety systems. All Sandero and Stepway models are fitted with Automatic Emergency Braking System (AEBS) that identifies the distance to the car in front (between 4-106mph) and triggers an audible and visual warning if there’s a risk of a collision. Brake force can be applied if not enough action – or none at all – is taken by the driver to slow down.

Blind spot warning – standard on Sandero Stepway Prestige – warns the driver of a risk of collision with another vehicle located next to or behind the car during lane changing. Four sensors around the vehicle monitor the driver’s blind spot area, and activates a flashing LED in the door mirror if another vehicle is detected.

Useful features such as hill start assist and park assist provide even more driver convenience. Hill start assist prevents the vehicle from rolling back when pulling away on a hill, while park assist uses sensors around the vehicle – plus a reversing camera on selected models – to aid with tricky parking manoeuvres.

The first Dacia to be based on the CMF modular platform, all Sandero and Sandero Stepway models now offer superior strength and structural rigidity, increasing protection in the event of a collision. The structure is reinforced and collisions can be detected more quickly, deploying new curtain and side airbags more rapidly. An E-Call emergency call system is also standard on all models, operated using an SOS button placed next to the interior light.

UK SPECIFICATIONS AND PRICING

The All-New Sandero and All-New Sandero Stepway’s trim line-ups mirror Dacia’s brand ethos of being simple and no-nonsense while delivering quality at an affordable price. The All-New Sandero is available in Access, Essential and Comfort trims, while the All-New Sandero Stepway comes in Essential, Comfort and Prestige specifications.

To keep things simple, just two options are available across Sandero and Stepway models, depending on the version. A spare wheel can be added to models powered by the SCe 65 and TCe 90 engines for £175, and metallic paint is available on all models excluding the Sandero Access for £560.

All-New Sandero is available in Access trim from just £7,995, and includes automatic LED headlights with Y-shaped LED daytime running lights, 15-inch steel wheels, front electric windows, speed limiter, phone docking station, Automatic Emergency Braking System (AEBS) and six airbags.

From £8,995, the All-New Sandero Essential adds 15-inch wheel covers and body coloured bumpers, while inside there’s a height-adjustable driver’s seat with armrest, plus a fully adjustable steering column and centre console with open storage. Manual air conditioning, cruise control and remote central locking with automatic locking when driving away also feature. Media Control is also standard, featuring DAB radio, Bluetooth and USB connectivity.

Available from £11,595, Comfort adds 15-inch Flexwheels, electric mirror adjustment, electric front and rear windows, body coloured mirrors, keyless entry, an eight-inch Media Nav touchscreen display with navigation, DAB radio and smartphone replication, plus automatic wipers. On the outside there’s also chrome surround to the front fog lights, plus parking sensors and a reversing camera at the rear.

For the rugged All-New Sandero Stepway, the core specification remains strong, with Essential models the entry point to the range. Available from £10,995, it comes with 16-inch Flexwheels, tinted windows, LED headlights, front foglights and black roof bars on the outside.

Inside, a height-adjustable driver’s seat and armrest, adjustable steering column, open centre console storage and manual air conditioning are all standard, along with Media Control with smartphone app. Automatic lighting and rear parking sensors boost convenience, while Automatic Emergency Braking System (AEBS) and an E-Call function are also standard fit.

Building on this is Comfort trim, available from £12,595 and adding electric windows front and rear, modular roof bars, electric adjustment for the door mirrors (finished in body colour), a leather steering wheel, keyless entry, cruise control and automatic lights and wipers.

On the outside there’s also chrome surround for the fog lights, rear parking sensors and a reversing camera, plus an eight-inch Media Nav infotainment system inside for navigation, media and smartphone replication via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.

Sitting at the top of the range is the newly introduced Prestige trim boasting a generous equipment list on top of Comfort, available from £13,395. It builds on Comfort specification with 16-inch alloy wheels, centre console with integrated armrest and storage, an automatic parking brake, heated front seats, climate control, front parking sensors and blind spot warning.

Every model comes with an inflation kit as standard, but can be fitted with an emergency spare wheel at extra cost.

ENGINES

All Sandero and Sandero Stepway models come with a range of Euro 6D-Full-compliant engines, the stringent emissions standard that comes into effect on 1 January 2021.

Following its introduction earlier in 2020, Dacia’s TCe 100 Bi-Fuel powertrain is available on
All-New Sandero and Stepway models. Using an LPG bi-fuelled 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission, the Bi-Fuel powertrain delivers lower CO2 emissions when running on LPG, and longer overall driving range of more than 800 miles when both fuel tanks are full and used in parallel. The LPG tank is located in the spare wheel well.

Also available on Sandero is the SCe 65 – a naturally aspirated 1.0-litre engine with a five-speed manual transmission and a turbocharged TCe 90, available with a choice of six-speed manual or newly introduced CVT automatic for added ease-of-use.

Stop&Start – which automatically turns the engine off at a standstill – is standard on all Sandero and Stepway models to reduce emissions and boost efficiency.

January 6, 2021
The all-new Dacia Sandero and Sandero Stepway
Dacia has refreshed its offer in the compact car segment with the All-New Sandero and Stepway. The latest third-generation models offer simple, spacious, reliable, and robust vehicles with no unnecessary frills, at the most competitive price.

An iconic and popular model, the Sandero has been the best-selling car in Europe in the retail customer segment since 2017 and the best-selling Dacia model with almost 2.1 million cars sold, representing 32% of the carmaker’s sales since 2004.

The more adventurous Stepway represents 65% of all Sandero sales, with more than 1.3 million cars sold, and has been the Sandero model of choice for the majority of UK customers in recent years.

With the same external dimensions as the outgoing models, both versions deliver greater modernity, roominess and versatility with the simplicity and reliability drivers have come to expect from Dacia.

Thanks to a new platform, they offer increased active and passive safety features, new engines – including petrol and LPG Bi-Fuel – a new automatic transmission and an all-new six-speed manual.

The All-New Sandero and Stepway continue to give customers greater access than ever before to the best value-for-money cars on the market.

EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR DESIGN

All-New Sandero
Subtle tweaks to the exterior ensure the All-New Sandero delivers a strong and robust presence. The overall lines are smoother, with a more sloped windscreen, a slightly lower roof, and a flowing roofline. Ground clearance is unchanged yet the New Sandero gives the impression of sitting lower and more grounded.

The front and rear lights display Dacia’s new Y-shaped LED light signature, providing the All-New Sandero with a strong identity. A horizontal line joins the two lights both at the front and rear and extends into the LED lights, giving the car greater visual presence.

The LED headlights, offered as a standard feature across the entire model range, increase night-time visibility, with a 37% increase in beam length and 9% in beamwidth.

The pronounced wheel arches reveal 15-inch wheels, while the Comfort version features Flexwheels with meticulously designed trims that replicate the look and feel of real alloy wheels.

The design of the door handles reveals a focus on quality and more ergonomic shape. Most versions now have an electric boot release on the lower tailgate section, improving the looks and practicality. The new shape of the doors and wing mirrors improves the car’s aerodynamics while reducing air noise for all occupants.

All-New Stepway
The All-New Stepway is immediately recognizable at the front with its unique ribbed and domed bonnet, the chrome Stepway logo under the front grille, and the curved fenders above the fog lights. The front and rear bumpers include a metal skid plate designed to give protection from everyday scratches.

The All-New Stepway offers 174 mm ground clearance (an increase of 41 mm compared with the Sandero) roof bars featuring the logo, wheel arch cladding, and specifically textured reinforced door bottoms for a more crossover-like design.

Standard versions are fitted with 16-inch Flexwheels, while exclusive 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels are available on the newly introduced Prestige version.

The All-New Stepway’s modular roof bars look like regular roof bars but are adjustable. Using a key located in the glove compartment, they can be easily dismantled in just a few seconds and turned into a roof rack with a load capacity of up to 80kg.

PLATFORM AND ENGINES
The new CMF modular platform underpinning the All-New Sandero and Stepway combines greater resistance and rigidity with less weight. It reduces emissions while complying with more stringent crash-test and pollution control requirements.

The All-New Sandero and Stepway are fitted with a new front axle with rectangular suspension arms that provide effective shock absorption and enhanced steering. Anti-roll capacity has been improved and the wheelbase extended for greater cornering stability. The new engine mount has been upgraded to minimize vibrations in the cabin.

Petrol and LPG Bi-Fuel powertrains are available in Sandero and Stepway models, all of which comply with stringent Euro6D-Full emissions standards that come into effect on 1 January 2021.

The full engine line-up includes:
- SCe 65: naturally aspirated 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine paired with a five-speed manual transmission. Available on Sandero only.
- TCe 90: turbocharged 1.0-liter three-cylinder unit paired with a six-speed manual transmission or CVT automatic transmission.
- TCe 100 Bi-Fuel: new LPG bi-fuelled turbocharged 1.0-liter three-cylinder unit paired with a six-speed manual transmission.
Dacia is the only carmaker to offer LPG Bi-Fuel across its entire range of passenger cars, combining driveability and comfort with lower CO2 emissions and increased range.

The integration of this technology into Dacia factories, which has been tried and tested on the TCe 100 Bi-Fuel engine, guarantees its safety and reliability. The manufacturer warranty period, servicing, and boot capacity are the same as those of the petrol version (the LPG tank is located where the spare wheel would be).

Running on LPG, the All-New Sandero Bi-Fuel emits on average 11% less CO2 emissions than an equivalent petrol engine. It is also capable of traveling more than 800 miles with the two tanks combined: 50 liters for the petrol tank and 40 liters for the LPG tank – an increase over the outgoing car.

A new CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) automatic debuts on the All-New Sandero and Stepway, delivering smoother gear changes and more responsive driving experience.

Available in combination with the TCe 90 engine, fuel consumption has decreased thanks to a lighter gearbox and better engine management, while CO2 emissions are reduced compared with the previous automatic model (11% reduction for the All-New Sandero, and 4% for All-New Stepway).

Stop&Start is standard on all engines, which automatically turns the engine off when the car comes to a standstill, such as in traffic, restarts almost instantly.

INTERIOR AND FEATURES
Inside, the redesigned dashboard features a fabric-wrapped insert alongside new air vent designs for a more premium design.

For the All-New Stepway, interior upholstery is customized with the Stepway logo, while the door panels and dashboard get exclusive orange fabric inserts and edging.

The All-New Sandero and Stepway both feature three rear seats which can accommodate three adults, while a 1/3-2/3 split-fold rear bench seat (depending on the version) brings further practicality. The boot of the Sandero has a generous 328-liter capacity and features a flat floor with an adjustable height floor with two positions.

Rear seat accommodation is especially spacious, with an additional 42mm of space compared to the outgoing models. Elsewhere, the cabin offers up to 21 liters of storage with cubby holes and pockets featured beneath the central armrest, in the front and rear doors and in the back of the front seats.

Newly designed front seats provide greater comfort and support with height adjustable headrests and new, more premium upholstery. A wider range of adjustment in the front seat and steering wheel boosts comfort for the driver, while a central armrest available on Prestige versions enhances this further. The gear lever is now shorter, while the power steering offers greater driving comfort – especially in tighter maneuvers or in car parks – with 36% less effort required than the previous Sandero.

The features available on the All-New Sandero and Stepway are in line with what customers want and need in their cars. We listen to our customers and give them the useful features and technology that they’re asking for, without adding unnecessary costs.

Standard features across the range include a smartphone holder (removable depending on the version), an on-board computer screen, and a steering wheel featuring a speed limiters. Automatic headlight activation is available from Essential models and up.

New automatic air-conditioning with digital display is standard on All-New Stepway Prestige, with a hands-free card featuring remote boot release available, as well as an electric parking brake, reverse camera, front and rear parking sensors, and automatic windscreen wipers.

The All-New Sandero and Stepway offer two different multimedia systems: Media Control and Media Nav.

With Media Control, smartphones can be placed on clever removable smartphone support in front of the driver to become a remote multimedia system via the new free Dacia Media Control app and a Bluetooth or USB connection.

The system provides easy access to the radio, music, calls, messages, sat nav apps, and many other features such as Siri and Android voice recognition. Controls are within easy reach either on the steering wheel (for the radio) or behind it (sat-nav) to ensure safer driving.

Without a smartphone connected to the Media Control, radio and file playback via the USB port is also available, giving customers a wide range of options. Further equipment includes two speakers, Bluetooth and USB connection, and the 3.5-inch TFT digital display between the dials, where the radio settings are also displayed.

With Media Nav, the console features a large 8.0-inch touchscreen positioned at the top of the dashboard with four speakers throughout the vehicle. The screen is slightly angled towards the driver for greater visibility and ergonomics. The design is sleek, and the intuitive, easy-to-use interface is compatible with Bluetooth and Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay.

A new ‘Car’ tab provides access to specific driver assistance and safety settings. The multimedia system now also features onboard navigation and wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus six speakers for the sound system.

SAFETY
The All-New Sandero and Stepway are the first Dacia models to be built on the CMF modular platform. Offering superior strength and rigidity, it increases protection in the event of a collision. The structure has been reinforced in the engine bay and the passenger compartment. The new door pressure sensors and accelerometer can detect early side-impact collisions enabling the new curtain and side airbags to inflate rapidly, protecting the stomach, chest, and head.

The All-New Sandero and Stepway include the following standard features: six airbags, seat belt load limiters, front and back seat belt pretensioners, and an emergency call system (SOS button located next to the dome light in the front of the car).

The structural frame of the new front seats has been improved and anti-whiplash headrests have been fitted to provide better protection.

Standard LED headlights to improve visibility, increasing the length of the beam light by 37% (110 m) and the width by 9% (24 m) compared with the halogen dipped beam headlights of the outgoing Sandero, while there’s also a broader selection of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) available.

In addition to the speed limiter, the latest ESP system, and the steering-wheel-mounted cruise control switch, the All-New Sandero and Stepway feature state-of-the-art driver-assistance systems:
- Emergency brake assists as standard: Active between 4-106mph. A radar sensor located at the front of the vehicle identifies the distance to the car in front (stopped or in motion). The sensor triggers an audible and visual warning if there is a risk of collision with the vehicle in front, before:
  - increasing the brake force if the driver has applied the brakes but there is still a risk of collision
  - automatically activating or applying stronger braking force if the driver fails to brake hard enough, or soon enough.
- Blindspot warning: Active from 19-87mph. It warns the driver of a risk of collision with another vehicle located next to or behind the vehicle during lane change maneuvers. An ultrasound detection system comprising four sensors (two at the back, two at the front) detects any moving objects, including cars and motorbikes, in the driver’s blind spot area. When the sensors detect a vehicle or someone in the blind spot area, an LED located on the appropriate wing mirror flashes.
- Park assist: This system utilizes four radar sensors at the front and at the back, a rear-view camera and dynamic guiding lines, and triggers audible and visual warnings to help with the maneuvering.
- Hill-start assists: Prevents the vehicle from rolling backward for more than two seconds when drivers lift their foot off the brake pedal to depress the accelerator pedal when pulling away on a hill
October 20, 2020
Dacia expands the online purchase capabilities – browse and buy from the comfort of your home!

Car buyers and Dacia enthusiasts can still browse and buy their custom Dacia through brand’s online shopping portal, which means that they won’t miss out on some of the most advanced and award-winning models while having to remain at home.

Dacia has also scrapped its home delivery costs for all models bought online, which helps cash conscious buyers save some extra money. All who order through the platform will be prioritized for delivery as soon as Dacia retailers are fully operational again. This online setup enables anyone who is looking for a new Dacia, to do so from home and prevent any chance of contamination.

From browsing their preferred vehicle to finalizing the deal, the process can be completed in mere four steps with a simple software that aids customers choose and specify their vehicle, trim level and optional equipment and also select a payment choice.

With Dacia’s new Duster Bi-Fuel model already available, the team is currently offering customers some big discount deals and also numerous deposit options. This particular model includes the latest advanced engine technology and delivers emissions reductions in LPG-mode of up to 11 per cent. Other Duster models are available with different deposit contributions.

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All Dacia models are available online and customers can select the choice of color, all along with the ability to add service and warranty packages. On average, the process from purchase to delivery takes just two weeks, which means customers could receive their new cars within days of dealerships reopening.

Source: Dacia

April 8, 2020
Dacia reveals new SE Twenty upgrade for several lineups

Dacia has launched a new special edition SE Twenty lineup, which will be available for order in March 2020. Available for Duster, Logan MCV Stepway and Sandero Stepway, the new addition sits above the Comfort specification across all the ranges. All SE Twenty models will come with standard specs of the Comfort trim levels, plus distinctive exterior and interior features.

In terms of exterior, SE Twenty showcase unique side decals along the bottom of the doors and shiny black finish for the door mirror housing. There’s also a special blue central cap for both the two-tone “Flex Expression” 16-inch wheels on the Stepway models and neat 17-inch diamond-cut alloys for the Duster.

Inside, SE Twenty features a unique blue mesh fabric for the seats, while the same color is used to pick out the Duster and Stepway logos stitched into the front seat backrests. The interior is further enhanced by the addition of blue inserts for surrounds of both the air vents and bespoke floor mats. All versions of SE Twenty are enhanced with reversing camera and Blind Spot Warning.

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Additionally, SE Twenty versions come with a TCe 90 petrol engine and Logan MCV Stepway is geared with Blue dCi 95 diesel. Both engines are mated to a five-speed manual gearbox.

Source: Dacia

January 6, 2020
Dacia adds new engine for the Duster lineup

Dacia team adds an entry-level TCe 100 engine to the Duster lineup. The new unit replaces the already popular SCe 115 and significantly reduces fuel consumption and boosts performance at the same time. CO2 emissions are 18 percent lower than the replaced predecessor and are measured at 126g/km and 48.7-49.5mpg (WLTP) respectively.

This is an indirect injection three-cylinder petrol engine, which is lighter and more compact than the one it replaces. TCe 100 comes with a turbocharger with an electrically controlled waste gate, an exhaust manifold integrated into the cylinder head, twin variable valve timing and bore spray coating.

Furthermore, the new engine is available in 4×2 setup for Access, Essential and Comfort trim levels of Duster. It can be mated to a five-speed manual gearbox and can generate a total of 100hp and 260Nm of torque at 2,000rpm. Dacia Duster range offers tons of reliable features and technologies for a rather affordable price. There’s a choice of five trim levels and two engine types – the already mentioned TCe 100 ad the Blue dCi 115 diesel.

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In fact, the second-gen Duster proved itself worthy – with mainly positive feedback and excellent service by Dacia, the lineup slowly becomes more and more popular among fans and skeptics.

Source: Dacia

August 15, 2019
Dacia team reveals new Techroad upgrade packs for prominent models!

Dacia has launched its premium Techroad lineup. Unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show I March, the cross-range special editions are available for all-new Duster, Logan MCV Stepway and Sandero Stepway. Sitting above the Prestige trim level for new Duster and above the Comfort trim for Sandero Stepway and Logan MCV Stepway, Techroroad trim is offered in two new colors: Fusion Red and Highland Grey.

Details and features

On the outside, Techroad grant Sandero Stepway and Duster with exclusive side decals and a grey and red motif, all along with red details on the door mirror housings. There’s also a red centre cap on the new 16-inch “Flex Expression” wheels and the 17-inch diamond-cut for the Duster. Furthermore, there are Techroad badges all over the body.

Interior features

In terms of cabin additions and goodies, Techroad includes unique upholstery – the seats are covered in red and grey details and stitching, along with “Stepway” and “Duster” logos. Also, these same red details are featured throughout the cabin and cover the air vents and the door handles. Even the front and rear protective mats!

Technical specs and pricing

Techroad editions are available with the TCe 90 petrol engine on both Stepway models and the advanced and efficient Blue dCi 95 on the Logan MCV Stepway.

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Also, along all mentioned goodies, Techroad editions offer the aid of Media Nav Evolution multimedia system, AppleCarplay and Android Auto smartphone incorporation, DAB Radio and Bluetooth connectivity, rear parking sensors and cruise control system. Sweet!

Prices start from $15,000USD.

Source: Dacia

April 2, 2019