After the introduction of Logan, Logan MCV, Logan Van and Logan Pick-up, Dacia continues to broaden its range with the launch of a generously sized, five-door hatchback: Sandero. The newcomer is manufactured in Pitesti, Romania, and enjoy all the fundamental qualities that have become a feature of the Dacia range, namely ample space in the cockpit, a high load capacity and robust construction. Dacia Sandero will progressively go on sale in most European markets in June 2008 and as the other models in the Dacia range, will back up its unique equipment / price ratio with a three-year / 100 000 km warranty in most countries Europe.
Dacia Sandero stands out from the modern hatchback with attractive looks that convey both dynamism and sustainability. Faced with a modern, expressive headlamps and front grille and bumper that blend harmoniously with the bodywork. Its lateral lines form an "upside-down-wave" and support the impression of strength, in particular thanks to a width of side protective strips (depending on model). The rear design reinforces the sense of generous size, well built and spacious vehicle.
The same desire to attract customers and show their quality continues inside the vehicle. The new dashboard has been thought to be both modern and functional, but it is also possible to combine different colors and surface finishes in several areas (according to version). The design of the door panels also contributes to thank him for modern cabin feel of the handles and decorative moldings intelligent (according to version). On the occasion of updating the range, Dacia Sandero is available with three versions of the dashboards and trim details. Special attention was paid to the production of a clean environment, driving practices, with easy toread instruments and controls fall easily to hand.
The same desire to attract customers and show their quality continues inside the vehicle. The new dashboard has been thought to be both modern and functional, but it is also possible to combine different colors and surface finishes in several areas (according to version). The design of the door panels also contributes to thank him for modern cabin feel of the handles and decorative moldings intelligent (according to version). On the occasion of updating the range, Dacia Sandero is available with three versions of the dashboards and trim details. Special attention was paid to the production of a clean environment, driving practices, with easy toread instruments and controls fall easily to hand.
Efficiency and superior ride comfort
Dacia Sandero is based on the same platform as Logan B0 propose the MacPherson strut front suspension with wishbone. Some versions also come with a front anti-roll bar which ensures excellent grip in the corners. Dacia Sandero rear suspension is also derived from the B0 platform and comprises a torsion beam with coil springs and vertically mounted programmeddeflection, the long-travel shocks. The package of suspension has been specially designed for Dacia Sandero, including lower arm joints and a rear that are designed to provide precise handling and a ride along the winding roads very good. Like other models in the Dacia Sandero has a ground clearance (155 mm) which means that it is capable of all types of road on their way both inside and outside the city, a factor that further contributes to versatility. The new car also benefits from the low of protection that allows it to tackle sealed surfaces with ease.
Dacia Sandero is based on the same platform as Logan B0 propose the MacPherson strut front suspension with wishbone. Some versions also come with a front anti-roll bar which ensures excellent grip in the corners. Dacia Sandero rear suspension is also derived from the B0 platform and comprises a torsion beam with coil springs and vertically mounted programmeddeflection, the long-travel shocks. The package of suspension has been specially designed for Dacia Sandero, including lower arm joints and a rear that are designed to provide precise handling and a ride along the winding roads very good. Like other models in the Dacia Sandero has a ground clearance (155 mm) which means that it is capable of all types of road on their way both inside and outside the city, a factor that further contributes to versatility. The new car also benefits from the low of protection that allows it to tackle sealed surfaces with ease.
Power steering is naturally available for most versions to ensure safe, precise steering and a degree of driving pleasure worthy of a B-segment car The entry-level version comes without power steering to keep the price at a reasonable level. The slightly higher steering ratio compared with Clio II and work on the hub carrier and the angle of the wheel resulted in a reduction of effort required to turn the wheel.
Some versions are equipped with height and lumbar adjustable driver's seat, which enables the ideal driving position to find, but the driver can get comfortable with a steering wheel adjustable in height (depending on the version) and ergonomically-positioned steering wheel mounted controls.
Last but not least, attention was paid to thermal comfort to address the specific needs of customers in a wide range of climate and country. The arrangement of pipes has been designed to ensure a rapid rise in temperature on start-up, as well as heat and cold.
Some versions are equipped with height and lumbar adjustable driver's seat, which enables the ideal driving position to find, but the driver can get comfortable with a steering wheel adjustable in height (depending on the version) and ergonomically-positioned steering wheel mounted controls.
Last but not least, attention was paid to thermal comfort to address the specific needs of customers in a wide range of climate and country. The arrangement of pipes has been designed to ensure a rapid rise in temperature on start-up, as well as heat and cold.
A full range of engines
Dacia Sandero is available with a choice of two petrol engines (1.4l 75hp and 1.6l 90 hp) and two diesel engines (1.5 dCi 70 hp and 1.5 dCi 85 hp), which have already proven their worth on numerous other vehicles in the Renault and families who have participated actively in the success of the Dacia range.
The 1.4 and 1.6 petrol engines are a perfect complement to the cost, robustness and ease of maintenance values championed by the Dacia brand, and both are recognized by the availability of high torque at low revs and a wide range.
The benchmark 1.5 dCi is acknowledged as one of the most efficient diesel engines in the world. Its advanced technology includes second-generation common-rail direct injection which delivers high performance and low fuel consumption. The 1.5 dCi is available in 70hp and 85hp powerful version, which was released in September 2007 on Dacia Logan and Dacia Logan MCV. Low CO2 emissions of 120 g to ensure an attractive ecological footprint for the 1.5 dCi engines of Dacia Sandero.
Dacia Sandero is available with a choice of two petrol engines (1.4l 75hp and 1.6l 90 hp) and two diesel engines (1.5 dCi 70 hp and 1.5 dCi 85 hp), which have already proven their worth on numerous other vehicles in the Renault and families who have participated actively in the success of the Dacia range.
The 1.4 and 1.6 petrol engines are a perfect complement to the cost, robustness and ease of maintenance values championed by the Dacia brand, and both are recognized by the availability of high torque at low revs and a wide range.
The benchmark 1.5 dCi is acknowledged as one of the most efficient diesel engines in the world. Its advanced technology includes second-generation common-rail direct injection which delivers high performance and low fuel consumption. The 1.5 dCi is available in 70hp and 85hp powerful version, which was released in September 2007 on Dacia Logan and Dacia Logan MCV. Low CO2 emissions of 120 g to ensure an attractive ecological footprint for the 1.5 dCi engines of Dacia Sandero.
Load capacity internal and worthy of a higher segment
Although Dacia Sandero price positions it in the field of small-car market, its generous interior and exterior dimensions are in fact more in line with a vehicle in the compact class to the next. Its cabin space unbeatable price / was made possible by its length (4.02 m), width (1.75 m) and wheelbase (2.59).
The rear seat can accommodate up to three adult passengers who benefit from the height of 878mm, 145mm to 1425 mm and a kneeroom elbow room, while a child seat can be mounted on the three seats. In addition to the amplitude at the rear, access to rear seats is made even easier by the fact that the rear doors open to an angle of 67 °.
The boot capacity is 320 liters per vehicle is also an unbeatable price and small size, but its practical, modular design for improved folding rear bench seat which offers a 60/40 split according to version. When the seat is folded, for a total capacity of 1200 liters cargo covers, that Dacia Sandero stands out from the compact yet extremely spacious hatchback capable of comfortably take up to five adults.
Safety: an inescapable aspect
When it comes to Dacia Sandero security credentials, the newcomer benefits from Renault's expertise in this area.
Active safety front, particular attention has been paid to Dacia Sandero braking system, which provides some comfort, bite and progressive stopping power that is fully compatible with the machine Bsegment expected level in Europe. Dacia Sandero can be equipped with the latest generation Bosch 8.1 ABS including EBD (electronic brake distribution frame) and the first time in the Dacia range, EBA (Emergency Brake Assist).
Although Dacia Sandero price positions it in the field of small-car market, its generous interior and exterior dimensions are in fact more in line with a vehicle in the compact class to the next. Its cabin space unbeatable price / was made possible by its length (4.02 m), width (1.75 m) and wheelbase (2.59).
The rear seat can accommodate up to three adult passengers who benefit from the height of 878mm, 145mm to 1425 mm and a kneeroom elbow room, while a child seat can be mounted on the three seats. In addition to the amplitude at the rear, access to rear seats is made even easier by the fact that the rear doors open to an angle of 67 °.
The boot capacity is 320 liters per vehicle is also an unbeatable price and small size, but its practical, modular design for improved folding rear bench seat which offers a 60/40 split according to version. When the seat is folded, for a total capacity of 1200 liters cargo covers, that Dacia Sandero stands out from the compact yet extremely spacious hatchback capable of comfortably take up to five adults.
Safety: an inescapable aspect
When it comes to Dacia Sandero security credentials, the newcomer benefits from Renault's expertise in this area.
Active safety front, particular attention has been paid to Dacia Sandero braking system, which provides some comfort, bite and progressive stopping power that is fully compatible with the machine Bsegment expected level in Europe. Dacia Sandero can be equipped with the latest generation Bosch 8.1 ABS including EBD (electronic brake distribution frame) and the first time in the Dacia range, EBA (Emergency Brake Assist).
Dacia Sandero is equipped with numerous passive safety, including the use of materials such as high elastic limit (HEL), which ensures enhanced cabin resistance by minimizing the deformation, especially in frontal impacts. The combination of chassis and steering wheel magnesium retractable steering column contributes to the spread of the kinetic energy produced in one end, while the honeycomb structure of the polypropylene dashboard reduces the risk of injury knee. In addition to the materials he uses, corresponding curved design of the shape of the bottom of the tibia with a view to distributing the force of a collision should contact Shin a hyphen. Last but not least, legs and ankles also protected by the padding feet on both sides driver and passenger.
Dacia Sandero is equipped with a three-point seat belts. Front seatbelts incorporate calibrated load limiters for enhanced protection of the chest. Depending on the version, the three-point seat belts are height adjustable to optimize the discretion of the body in a collision. Retention system can also be updated, and pyrotechnic pre-tensioners, front seat belts. Dacia Sandero also benefits from the outer rear seats ISOFIX anchorage.
Dacia Sandero is equipped with a three-point seat belts. Front seatbelts incorporate calibrated load limiters for enhanced protection of the chest. Depending on the version, the three-point seat belts are height adjustable to optimize the discretion of the body in a collision. Retention system can also be updated, and pyrotechnic pre-tensioners, front seat belts. Dacia Sandero also benefits from the outer rear seats ISOFIX anchorage.
Depending on equipment level, Dacia Sandero has up to four airbags. Driver's airbag, which has been specially designed for Dacia Sandero, features a vent that adjusts the pressure applied to the bag deploys. Some versions are equipped with two lateral head thorax airbags which provide extra protection in a side impact, in addition to that provided by the padding and strengthening structures incorporated as standard in the doors. Side Airbags head, thorax seats are in the building that comes with headrests specifically designed to prevent injury to the cervical vertebrae in case of rear impact. This new configuration provides better retention position and performance and comfort of the head.
