SCe 75 engine becomes available for New Dacia Sandero & New Logan MCV Lauréate.

• SCe 75 engine becomes available for New Sandero and New Logan MCV Lauréate
• Height Adjustment Pack becomes standard on Ambiance trim
• New Sandero Lauréate SCe 75 priced at £8,595
• New Logan MCV Lauréate SCe 75 priced at £9,895
• The new engine and trim combination for both models is available to order now

Dacia is making a number of updates to the New Sandero and New Logan MCV ranges. The efficient SCe 75 engine is now offered with Lauréate trim for both cars. In response to customer demand, the Height Adjustment Pack becomes standard equipment for Ambiance trim. The New Sandero Ambiance remains the most affordable car on the UK market equipped with air conditioning.

The frugal SCe 75 engine was previously available on the Access and Ambiance trims for New Sandero and New Logan MCV. Now customers looking for economy and low emissions can also enjoy the generous equipment of Lauréate, which includes satellite navigation and rear parking sensors.

The new 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine produces the same power as the outgoing 1.2-litre 16V 75, but is up to 10 per cent more efficient.

Equipped with the SCe 75 engine, the New Sandero returns 54.3mpg (NEDC combined cycle) and CO2 emissions of 117g/km. It allows the Sandero to accelerate from standstill to 62mph in 14.2 seconds on the way to a top speed of 98mph. The New Logan MCV SCe 75 achieves 52.3mpg (NEDC combined cycle) and 120g/km of CO2. It can accelerate from standstill to 62mph in 14.7 seconds and has a top speed of 98mph.

The new engine and trim combination will be available from later in the year, but can be ordered now.

Ambiance trim for both vehicles will have the previously optional Height Adjustment Pack fitted as standard. The pack consists of height adjustment for the driver’s seat, steering wheel and front seatbelts.

The New Sandero Ambiance SCe 75 remains the most affordable new car on the UK market with air conditioning, priced at just over £1,500 lower than the nearest competitor.

Price details New Sandero Hatchback

Sandero	Engine	CO2 (g/km)	MPG (Combined)	Price (OTR)
Access	SCe 75	117g/km	54.3mpg	£5,995
Ambiance	SCe 75	117g/km	54.3mpg	£7,395
	TCe 90	109g/km	57.6mpg	£7,995
	dCi 90	90g/km	80.7mpg	£9,595
Lauréate	SCe 75	117g/km	54.3mpg	£8,595
	TCe 90	109g/km	57.6mpg	£9,195
	dCi 90	90g/km	80.7mpg	£10,795

Price details New Logan MCV

Version	Engine	CO2 (g/km)	MPG (Combined)	Price (OTR)
Access	SCe 75	120g/km	52.3mpg	£7,295
Ambiance	SCe 75	120g/km	52.3mpg	£8,695
	TCe 90	109g/km	57.6mpg	£9,295
	dCi 90	90g/km	80.7mpg	£10,895
Lauréate	SCe 75	120g/km	52.3mpg	£9,895
	TCe 90	109g/km	57.6mpg	£10,495
	dCi 90	90g/km	80.7mpg	£12,095

The Groupe Renault Plant in Tangiers has just produced its 1,000,000th car in 5 years.

• The Tangier plant has produced its millionth vehicle, a Dacia Lodgy.
• The landmark figure is reached in just over five years following the plant’s inauguration in 2012.
• The design of this efficient and eco-friendly plant, which is unrivalled in the automotive industry, is based on two pillars: zero CO2 emissions and zero industrial effluent discharges.

Groupe Renault is proud to celebrate the production of the millionth vehicle at the Renault-Nissan plant in Tangier: a five-seat, Azurite Blue Dacia Lodgy powered by a diesel engine and sold to a customer in Turkey. 

In all, 474,840 Sanderos, 320,078 Dokkers and 193,181 Lodgys have been manufactured in Tangier since the plant’s inauguration in 2012. In addition to covering the Moroccan market, the models built at the factory are exported to more than 73 destinations.

The inauguration of the Tangier plant’s first production line in February 2012, in the presence of His Majesty the King Mohammed VI and Carlos Ghosn, CEO, Groupe Renault, and the launch of a second line in 2013, marked a turning point in Morocco’s automotive sector. Indeed, it was the birth of the biggest car manufacturing plant south of the Mediterranean.

Today, the plant operates in three eight-hour shifts per day, six days a week, with an annual production capacity of 340,000 vehicles. The Renault-Nissan Tangier plant, a main driver of the Moroccan economy, supports Dacia brand growth by exporting the majority of its production. Half of all Dacias are produced in Morocco at either the Tangier plant or at the SOMACA facility in Casablanca.

Groupe Renault implanted in Morocco since 1928 and is the number one manufacturer in the Moroccan market with its two brands, Dacia and Renault. Four vehicles out of 10 sold in Morocco are sold by the Groupe Renault. The Renault plant in Casablanca (SOMACA) has produced Renault models since 1966, and Dacia model since 2005.

As Groupe Renault’s first plant designed to generate zero CO2 emissions and zero industrial effluent discharges, Tangier continues to set an example in the automottive industry today.

A ‘CO2 emissions-free’ design based on two pillars:

• More than 90 percent of needs fulfilled by renewable energies, notably through an innovative biomass heating plant (100,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions saved per year).
• Energy efficiency for optimised consumption performance (energy savings of 45 percent* in the paint shop).

The elimination of industrial effluent discharges through:

• 100 percent recycling of industrial wastewater. A true, closed-loop treatment plant that saves around 900 cubic metres of water per day.
• Controlled consumption of industrial water, through optimized processes. A saving of 70 percent compared to a conventional plant with equivalent capacity.

*Compared to the average across Groupe Renault plants

Dacia takes 1st & 2nd in the total cost of Ownership with the Sandero & the Duster taking 2nd in the SUV Section.

• New Dacia Sandero and Duster feature in cap hpi’s list of cars with the lowest total motoring costs in the UK
• The New Dacia Sandero 1.0 SCe Access tops the list with the lowest total ownership cost of any new car in the UK, at £7,419.64 for the first three years, or £206.10 per month
• The New Dacia Duster 1.6 SCe 115 Access comes in second in the SUV category

The New Dacia Sandero 1.0 SCe Access has topped cap hpi’s list of new cars with the lowest motoring costs in the UK.

The latest analysis from the automotive data experts looked at the total cost of ownership (TCO) to reveal the cars with the lowest cost over the first three years of ownership, including purchase, servicing, fuel and other motoring costs.

The New Dacia Sandero 1.0 SCe Access came out first on the list, as well as topping the small car category at £7,419.64 for the first three years, or £206.10 per month. This was closely followed by the mid-range New Dacia Sandero 1.5 dCi Ambiance at £8,059 or £223.87 per month.

Other cars in the increasingly popular Dacia range also feature on the list. Coming second in the SUV category is the New Dacia Duster 1.6 Access SCe 115 4x2 with a total cost of ownership over the first three years of £10,405.31 or £289.04 per month.

Commenting on the results, Louise O’Sullivan, Head of Dacia UK, said: “It’s great to see that our range of no-nonsense cars are proving to be fantastic value for drivers in the UK, not just in the initial purchase but offering low-cost motoring every day for our customers. By keeping things simple and offering customers only what they need, we’re able to provide the most affordable hatchback and one of the most affordable SUVs available to buy in the UK, combined with proven reliability and an award-winning track record.”

Since launching in 2013, Dacia has won numerous motoring accolades and recently sold 100,000 vehicles in the UK, establishing a reputation for incredible value for money and robust reliability.

Dacia launches new special edition of the Duster, Logan and Sandero Stepway based on the top spec models.

• More equipment and distinctive looks for Duster, New Sandero Stepway and New Logan MCV Stepway special edition models
• Extra equipment added to top-of-the-range models
• Exclusive metallic colours and upholstery
• On sale now priced from £10,995
• First customer deliveries from June

Dacia has launched a new special edition range – the SE Summit – on the Duster, New Sandero Stepway and New Logan MCV Stepway, based on the top-level trim for each vehicle. Revealed at the Geneva International Motor Show in March, the distinctive and affordable Summit Special Editions will be available in the UK from June priced from £10,995.

Inspired by the great outdoors, the SE Summit range bring an exclusive and unique look to the range and provide extra equipment over and above the existing top-of-range versions. The SE Summit range is available with the same powertrain line-up as the other Stepway versions and in five powertrain options for Duster.

New Sandero Stepway and New Logan MCV Stepway

The SE Summit versions of the New Sandero Stepway and New Logan MCV Stepway stand out thanks to an exclusive new metallic colour, Nordic Grey. The Sandero Stepway Summit Special Edition is also available in Magma Orange. These new colours are complemented by 16-inch Dark Metal flex-wheels.

Inside the cabin, the Summit Special Editions boast unique upholstery; the seats are recognisable thanks to their Burnt Orange piping and top-stitching, plus the ‘Stepway’ logo embroidered into the fabric in the same colour. The same Burnt Orange detailing is throughout the cabin, including on the centre console cover and air vent surrounds.

SE Summit for the Stepway models are based on Lauréate trim, and add a rear parking camera and a front central armrest to the equipment list which already includes air conditioning, Media Nav Evolution multimedia system with satellite navigation, DAB Radio and Bluetooth connectivity, rear parking sensors, cruise control and speed limiter.

The Stepway SE Summit versions are priced from £10,995 for New Sandero Stepway £12,295 for New Logan MCV Stepway, representing an uplift of £800 compared to the equivalent Lauréate which includes the exclusive metallic paint and extra equipment.

The New Sandero Stepway range is available from £8,995 on-the-road and the New Logan MCV Stepway range is available from £11,495 on-the-road.

Duster

The Duster SE Summit, based on the top-of-the-range Duster Prestige, offers exclusive new Nordic Grey metallic paint and 16-inch diamond-cut black ‘Cyclades’ alloy wheels. The SE Summit also adds a body kit consisting of wheelarch guards and protective side mouldings, enhancing the rugged exterior of the Duster.

Inside, the seats feature Burnt Orange piping and top-stitching, with the name ‘Duster’ embroidered into the fabric. The air vent surrounds are highlighted in Burnt Orange, and the carpet mats are finished with matching top-stitching.

This is on top of the high amount of equipment that comes as standard on Prestige trim such as a rear parking camera, MediaNav touchscreen navigation with satellite navigation, DAB radio and SIRI ‘Eyes Free’ and electric front and rear windows as standard.

The Duster SE Summit is priced from £15,195 – £1,000 above the equivalent Prestige model which includes exclusive metallic paint and rugged new exterior protection.

Whilst the Summit Special Edition sits atop the New Duster line-up, the range starts from just £9,495 on-the-road

Pricing and ownership information

All versions provide the peace of mind of Dacia’s three year / 60,000 mile warranty and assistance package. The car is protected by Dacia for the first three years or 60,000 miles. There is also a two-year paint warranty and six years’ cover against corrosion.

Servicing is required once a year or every 12,000 miles.

New Sandero Stepway

Version	0-62mph (secs)	CO2 (g/km)	VED (Yr. 1)	MPG (NEDC)	Ins. group	Price (OTR)
SE Summit TCe 90	11.1	115	£160	55.4	8E	£10,995
SE Summit dCi 90	11.8	98	£120	74.3	10E	£12,595

New Logan MCV Stepway

Version	0-62mph (secs)	CO2 (g/km)	VED (Yr. 1)	MPG (NEDC)	Ins. group	Price (OTR)
SE Summit TCe 90	12.4	115	£160	55.4	7E	£12,295
SE Summit dCi 90	13	98	£120	74.3	9E	£13,895

New Duster

Version	0-62mph (secs)	CO2 (g/km)	VED (Yr. 1)	MPG (NEDC)	Ins. group	Price (OTR)
SE Summit TCe 125 4x2	10.4	138	£200	46.3	12E	£15,195
SE Summit TCe 125 4x4	11	145	£200	44.1	12E	£17,195
SE Summit dCi 110 4x2	11.8	115	£160	64.2	12E	£16,395
SE Summit dCi 110 4x2 Auto	11.9	116	£160	62.8	12E	£17,395
SE Summit dCi 110 4x4	12.4	123	£160	60.1	12E	£18,395

GENEVA - Dacia to launch a new Special Edition on its range of popular cars.

Dacia will launch a new special edition version for the Duster, Sandero Stepway and the New Logan MCV Stepway at Geneva International Motor Show on 7^th March. 

The Summit special editions will be based upon the highest equipment level and will stand out in particular through two exclusive exterior colour options: Nordic Grey or Magma Orange (Sandero Stepway only). 

In the Stepway range, these new colours will be complemented by 16-inch Grey Flex wheels, while the Duster will sport 16-inch diamond-cut black Cyclades alloy wheels.

Inside the cabin, these special edition models boast exclusive dual-material upholstery. The seats are instantly recognisable thanks to their Burnt Orange piping and top-stitching, plus the word ‘Stepway’ embroidered into the fabric in the same colour. The carpet mats are similarly finished with Burnt Orange top-stitching.

The same Burnt Orange detailing is to be found on the centre console cover and air vent surrounds.

This special edition is based on the Lauréate trim to include air conditioning, Media Nav Evolution multimedia system, rear parking sensors, DAB radio and cruise control with speed limiter.

The Duster also features wheel arch guards and protective side mouldings.

The Summit special editions will be available with the same engines as the Stepway and Duster ranges.

Pricing for the Summit special edition range will be announced closer to the on sale date in Spring 2017.

WHAT CAR AWARDS - The Dacia Sandero takes the best small car for the fifth year running.

• New Dacia Sandero wins ‘Best Small Car under £12,000’
• Fifth consecutive win for Dacia supermini at What Car? Awards
• New Sandero now on sale with specification and design upgrades and a new SCe 75 1.0-litre engine
• New Sandero available from £5,995 on-the-road
• More than 90,000 Dacias sold in the UK since launching in 2013

The Dacia Sandero has been awarded ‘Best Small Car for less than £12,000’ for the fifth consecutive year by What Car? at an awards ceremony in London this evening.

The Sandero first picked up the award in 2013, following Dacia’s entrance into the UK car market, and again in 2014, 2015 and 2016. 

Having undergone a series of recent updates for the 2017 Model Year, the supermini has taken the honours once more, underlining its ability to provide a class leading mix of practicality, comfort and low running costs. 

Its shockingly affordable £5,995 price tag is just half the amount of the category it competes in.

Commenting on the decision to give the award to the Sandero for the fifth time, Steve Huntingford, Editor, What Car?, said: “You won’t find this much space for so little in any other new car. 

A recent facelift brought an updated, higher quality interior. The Sandero also feels better to drive: the handling is tidy enough and the ride is surprisingly comfy for such a cheap car. You can buy a Sandero for less than £6,000, but we recommend spending a little more to get mid-range Ambiance trim. 

This adds niceties such as air-conditioning, central locking, electric front windows, a DAB radio and Bluetooth. It also replaces the standard black plastic bumpers with body-coloured ones that look a lot smarter. At this price point, only the Ford Ka+ comes close, and although that’s better to drive, the Sandero is more practical and a fair bit cheaper.”

Commenting on the result, Louise O’Sullivan, Head of Dacia UK said: “We’re delighted that the Sandero has been recognised by the judges at What Car? for a fifth consecutive year. The New Sandero offers customers even more value for money with upgrades to the interior and exterior as well as enhanced level of equipment while remaining the most affordable new car in the UK.”

The Dacia Sandero is a five-door hatchback, available in three trim levels with a choice of two petrol engines and one diesel engine. Pricing starts from £5,995, making it the lowest priced new car on sale in the UK today. The new interior and exterior upgrades for 2017 provide a more elegant and contemporary finish whilst providing the customer additional value and practicality.

The specific Ambiance version chosen by What Car? now comes with more features as standard such as air conditioning and DAB radio – it is the most affordable car on sale in the UK with air conditioning as standard. This is in addition to Bluetooth connectivity, electric windows and remote central locking. The new SCe 75 1.0-litre engine produces the same power as the outgoing 1.2-litre but delivers up to 10 per cent more efficiency.

The Dacia brand continues to go from strength to strength with 26,499 new Dacia vehicles sold during 2016, it’s best-ever year of sales in the UK.

Dacia to sponsor UKTV Channel DAVE, for one year, keeping it simple on prime time TV.

• Dacia sponsors peak time programming on ‘the home of witty banter’, Dave
• Eight different idents will be aired on weekdays between 9pm and 11:40pm
• In keeping with Dacia’s straight-talking image, the idents mock traditional advertising clichés
• Prime Time weekday sponsorship with slogan ‘Keeping it simple with Prime Time on Dave’ runs for one year

Dacia UK has partnered with UKTV channel Dave as its Prime Time programming sponsor. The one year sponsorship will feature across the channel’s best loved shows including: QI, Mock the Week, Dave Gorman: Modern Life is Goodish and Red Dwarf. 

Dave is known as the ‘home of witty banter’ and this brand new sponsorship allows Dacia to tap into the channel’s core audience of young males.

The partnership showcases over eight different bespoke idents each featuring the Dacia Duster and the slogan: ‘Keeping it simple with Prime Time on Dave’. From a fake family to a fibreglass rhino, the 10 second adverts mock the traditional automotive advertising clichés, keeping true to the straight-talking tone of voice that differentiates Dacia within the car industry.

James Boyer, Marketing Director, Groupe Renault UK said: “Dacia provides an alternative proposition for British car buyers – it’s straight-talking, anti-frivolous and easy to understand which has been key to delivering its unique position in the market. In that sense, Dave and Dacia draw many parallels so the sponsorship was an immediate choice for Dacia to be able speak to its core audience. Dave gives us a great opportunity to establish our tone of voice and what the brand stands for.”

Rupinder Downie, Partnership Controller, Channel 4 comments: “UKTV offers an incredible portfolio of opportunities to sponsors. We’re delighted to be working with Dacia to provide them with year round presence across Prime Time on Dave, a highly sought after programming strand.”

Dacia has proven very popular with owners and critics alike since launching just over three years ago.  What Car? magazine have rated the Sandero ‘Best Small Car under £12,000’ for four consecutive years.  

One of the UK’s largest automotive owner satisfaction studies, Auto Express Driver Power, has placed Dacia in its top five best manufacturers for three consecutive years, out of 32 brands featured in the 2016 survey, with customers praising the brand’s reliability in particular. 

In the separate 2016 Auto Express Driver Power Dealer Aftersales Satisfaction survey customers rated Dacia as second overall in the industry for dealer service – ahead of all premium and luxury brands. 

Dacia was ranked fourth out of 34 brands for customer satisfaction, with a 90 per cent satisfaction score, in the 2016 Which? Car survey.

The Dacia range comprises the Sandero five-door hatchback, available in three trim levels with a choice of two petrol engines and one diesel engine. Pricing starts from £5,995, making it the most affordable new car on sale in the UK today. The Sandero Stepway is the UK’s most affordable crossover – priced from £8,495.  It combines hatchback practicality with SUV looks and is available in two trim levels with a choice of a petrol or diesel engine.

The versatile Dacia Logan MCV offers a huge amount of space yet is the UK’s most affordable estate car, priced from £6,995 OTR.  The multiple award-winning Duster is the most affordable SUV on the UK market today – priced from £9,495. Duster is available in a choice of three trim levels, with 1.6-litre petrol or 1.5-litre dCi diesel engines and in 4x2 or 4x4 set-ups.

Over 90,000 Dacia models have been sold in the UK since its launch in January 2013. More than four million Dacias have been sold since Groupe Renault reintroduced the brand in Europe in 2004.