Dacia Sandero
90 hp · 142 Nm
Dacia's B-segment hatchback. The 1.0 TCe 90 PS manual and the 1.0 ECO-G 100 PS LPG engine are the headline options. Boot capacity ranges from 328 L to 1108 L.
Buying risk: Low
No serious fault on record (1 minor). Still get an inspection. Inspection checklist
Strengths
- No high-severity (costly or stranding) issue on record in our database yet.
Things to watch
- Relaxed acceleration: 0 to 100 km/h in 12.2 s; it can struggle fully loaded or uphill.
- No crash-test result on record.
- Small boot: 328 L; large suitcases may not fit.
- sec 0-100 0-100 km/h acceleration The time it takes to reach 100 km/h from a standstill. Over 12 seconds is considered relaxed, 8-10 seconds lively, and under 6 seconds very fast. 12.2
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- Drivetrain Drivetrain Which wheels receive the engine power. Front-wheel drive: economical and easy on slippery surfaces. Rear-wheel drive: sportier, but harder in snow. All-wheel drive (AWD): the best grip in all conditions, with slightly higher consumption. Front-wheel drive
- TransmissionManual (stick shift)
- Unverified data
- Reported problem: 1 record(s)
- Hatchback · Petrol · 2022–present · Market: Europe
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How is the engine?
How safe is it?
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Not enough information yet · No Euro NCAP crash test result is on record for this car.
How much fuel does it use?
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Not enough information yet · No fuel consumption figure is on record for this car.
How comfortable is it?
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Not enough information yet · No measured data for cabin noise or seat comfort.
What are the common problems?
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Not enough information yet · No recalls are recorded; check the current status with an official source.
Is it easy to drive?
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Not enough information yet · No measured data for steering weight or visibility.
Is it easy to park?
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Not enough information yet · Parking sensors or camera are not listed in the records; that does not mean they are absent.
Is it expensive to maintain?
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Not enough information yet · No parts prices are on record for this car.
Is it good for a family?
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Not enough information yet · Child-seat anchors (ISOFIX) are not listed in the records; that does not mean they are absent.
Comments are based on the values recorded on this site; thresholds are rough readings and do not replace an inspection or a test drive.
General information
- Brand / country
- Dacia (Romania)
- Model / generation
- Sandero · Sandero (3rd generation) (III)
- Body type
- Hatchback
- Trim level
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- Market sold in
- Europe
- Production years
- 2022–present
- Number of seats
- 5
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Engine
- Engine
- 1.0 TCe 90 HP
- Engine code
- H4D 470
- Engine family
- H4D (TCe)
- Layout
- Inline 3-cylinder, 12-valve, DOHC
- Engine displacement Engine displacement (cc) The total volume of the cylinders. 1.0 = about 1000 cc. Thanks to turbos, small engines can now be as powerful as large ones. In many countries, taxes are calculated based on engine displacement.
- 999 cc
- Number of cylinders Number of cylinders 3-cylinder engines are economical but vibrate a little more at idle. 4 cylinders are balanced; 6 cylinders are very smooth and powerful.
- 3
- Turbo Turbo A propeller spun by exhaust gas forces more air into the engine, so a small engine becomes more powerful. In turbo engines, good-quality oil and timely maintenance matter even more.
- Turbo
- Fuel system
- Port injection (MPI)
- Timing drive Timing belt or chain? It keeps the engine's internal parts turning in sync. A belt must be replaced at set intervals (usually every 90-120 thousand km); if it snaps, the engine is seriously damaged. A chain usually lasts the life of the engine, but a rattling noise should be checked.
- Timing chain
- Power Engine power (horsepower / PS) Determines how quickly the car can accelerate and its top speed. For city driving, 90-130 hp is enough; if you overtake often on the highway, anything above 150 hp feels comfortable.
- 90 hp @ 5000 rpm
- Torque Torque (Nm) The engine's "pulling force". High torque feels strong at low revs: the car does not struggle on hills, when loaded, or when setting off. You can think of power as how fast you can go, and torque as how easily the car accelerates.
- 142 Nm @ 2000 rpm
With the manual gearbox, torque is 160 Nm; with the X-Tronic CVT it is 142 Nm. The engine code may vary by production year.
Transmission
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual
- Type
- Manual (stick shift)
- Number of gears
- 6
- Code
- MT6
- Manufacturer
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- Clutch
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- Transmission oil
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6-speed manual transmission.
Performance and consumption
- 0-100 km/h 0-100 km/h acceleration The time it takes to reach 100 km/h from a standstill. Over 12 seconds is considered relaxed, 8-10 seconds lively, and under 6 seconds very fast.
- 12.2 sec
- Top speed
- 175 km/h
- Fuel tank
- 50 L
- CO₂ emissions
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Dimensions and capacity
- Length
- 4,088 mm
- Width (without mirrors)
- 1,848 mm
- Height
- 1,499 mm
- Wheelbase Wheelbase The distance between the centers of the front and rear wheels. A longer wheelbase generally means more rear legroom and a more stable ride.
- 2,604 mm
- Ground clearance Ground clearance The distance between the lowest point of the car and the ground. Important for speed bumps, bad roads and curbs. Under 140 mm is considered low; over 170 mm is considered high.
- 162 mm
- Trunk volume
- 328 L (rear seats folded: 1,108 L)
- Number of seats
- 5
- Curb weight Curb weight / payload capacity Curb weight: the weight of the car with a full tank and no passengers. Payload capacity: the maximum weight you can add, including passengers and cargo.
- 1,050 kg
- Gross weight
- 1,561 kg
- Payload capacity Curb weight / payload capacity Curb weight: the weight of the car with a full tank and no passengers. Payload capacity: the maximum weight you can add, including passengers and cargo.
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- Towing capacity Towing capacity The maximum weight of trailer or caravan the car can tow. A "braked" trailer has its own brakes and can be heavier.
- Not specified / not approved
Tires, brakes and suspension
- Front tires How to read tire size Example "205/55 R16 91V": 205 mm tire width, 55 sidewall height ratio (%), R radial construction, 16 inch rim diameter, 91 load index, V speed index (240 km/h).
- 185/65 R15 88H
- Rear tires How to read tire size Example "205/55 R16 91V": 205 mm tire width, 55 sidewall height ratio (%), R radial construction, 16 inch rim diameter, 91 load index, V speed index (240 km/h).
- 185/65 R15 88H
- Rim size
- 15" (optional: 16")
- Spare tire
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- Tire pressure (front / rear) Tire pressure Correct pressure is important for both safety and consumption. Measure tires when they are cold (after the car has been parked for at least 2-3 hours). Check once a month.
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- Front brakes Disc / drum brakes Disc brakes are stronger and resist heat better. Drum brakes are usually used at the rear of small cars; they are cheap and long-lasting.
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- Rear brakes Disc / drum brakes Disc brakes are stronger and resist heat better. Drum brakes are usually used at the rear of small cars; they are cheap and long-lasting.
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- Front suspension MacPherson suspension The most common front suspension type. Simple, light and cheap; it provides enough comfort for most cars.
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- Rear suspension
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- Steering
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Safety
This car has not been tested by Euro NCAP, or the result has not been added yet.
Comfort and multimedia
- Multimedia
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- Apple CarPlay
- No
- Android Auto
- No
- Wireless phone connection
- No
- Air conditioning
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- Seats
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Maintenance
- Service interval
- No fixed service interval; maintenance is item by item
- Engine oil Engine oil A value like "0W-20" shows the oil's thickness; but what really matters is the manufacturer approval (e.g. VW 508 00). Using the wrong oil can cause expensive failures, especially in engines with turbos and particulate filters.
- Renault RN17 – 5W-30 · Change at 15,000 km
- Timing Timing belt or chain? It keeps the engine's internal parts turning in sync. A belt must be replaced at set intervals (usually every 90-120 thousand km); if it snaps, the engine is seriously damaged. A chain usually lasts the life of the engine, but a rattling noise should be checked.
- Timing chain
- Coolant
- Glaceol RX Type D
- Brake fluid Brake fluid Transfers the force from the brake pedal to the wheels. Over time it absorbs moisture and its boiling point drops, so it should be replaced every 2-3 years regardless of mileage.
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- Battery Battery types (AGM / EFB) Cars with start-stop systems need durable EFB or AGM batteries. Replacing them with a standard battery will cause it to fail quickly. On some premium brands, the car must be told about a new battery after it is replaced.
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Upcoming maintenance items
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Faults to watch for at this mileage
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Problems users report most often
1 record(s)Unverified data · Source: auto-data.net, autodata1.com, highmotor.com · Last updated: 2026-11-05
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Vibration on cold start
Severity: LowVibration at idle is normal due to the 3-cylinder design; however, on some cars the engine mount wears out early and transmits the vibration into the cabin.
Symptoms: Steering wheel and seat vibration at idle.
Engine 60,000 – 150,000 km Estimated cost: 2,500 – 6,000 ₺
Recalls Recall When a manufacturer calls cars in to the service because of a safety or quality issue. The repair is free. When buying a used car, ask the service whether it has been done.
No recall information is recorded.
Parts
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Source: auto-data.net, autodata1.com, highmotor.com · Last updated: 2026-11-05