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Dokker Van Facelift
Owned from new, serviced regularly. The 1.6 100 HP engine feels underpowered for the 1300 kg weight, especially on highways. It seems this 'ecology' has killed the horses. On the road, at 100-110 km/h, it consumes around 10 l/100km of gas. Push it harder, and it will easily guzzle 13 l/100km. Push it? 160 km/h downhill with a tailwind is the maximum. Crossing 100 km/h makes the cabin quite noisy.
Pros:
Maintained by owner since new, Regular servicing
Cons:
Underpowered 1.6 100 HP engine for 1300 kg, Poor highway performance, High fuel consumption when pushed, Noisy at speeds over 100 km/h, Engine seems to have lost power due to 'ecology' regulations
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Dokker Van: A Review
I wouldn't buy this wheelbarrow again, even if paid. The car is loud (natural cruise control - a half-hour drive around 110km/h gives a terrible headache from engine compartment noise). No soundproofing between the engine and cabin. The engine struggles even with light loads. The rear wiper runs constantly. The ventilation is poorly designed (windows constantly fogged up). At maximum fan speed, it's louder than the engine. I could go on...
Pros:
Spacious cargo area
Cons:
Very noisy cabin, Poor engine performance, Ineffective climate control, Constant rear wiper operation
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Dokker Van Review
I bought a new Dacia Dokker from the Dacia Renault dealership on Aleje Jerozolimskie 156 in Warsaw. The car has factory-fitted LPG. After 600km, a fault appeared. When the car was supposed to switch from petrol to gas after starting, it indicated an LPG system failure (audible alert). Oh well, I thought, it happens even with new cars. The chance was probably 1 in 100, unless it's different with Dacia. I reported the fault at Renault/Dacia.
Pros:
Factory-fitted LPG
Cons:
LPG system failure shortly after purchase
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Dokker Microvan Facelift: Practicality with Compromises
A very cool car, as long as you remember its drawbacks when buying. I have the Stepway version, supposedly top-of-the-line, but the equipment still isn't luxurious, though it has everything it needs. It's fuel-efficient, averaging around 6L/100km of diesel; less is possible but would be a struggle. For highway driving, a 6th gear is badly needed, and it's very loud above 120 km/h. The suspension also doesn't encourage spirited driving at higher speeds, but I knew that would be the case. Generally, it's a large car, for me, small.
Pros:
Very cool car, Fuel-efficient (approx. 6L/100km diesel), Spacious for its class
Cons:
Equipment not luxurious, Lacks 6th gear on highways, Noisy above 120 km/h, Suspension not designed for high speeds
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Dokker Van Review
I'll base my review on comparisons with the Skoda Roomster and Peugeot Partner, which I drove for a shorter time, but enough to compare. I got the car around 85,000 km, so after driving another 80,000 km, I consider the car average. What you save on buying, you can add on servicing. I use the car for business, so my evaluation is incomplete. I won't provide repair costs, for example, but my unit is quite prone to breakdowns. From one service to another, about 20,000 km...
Pros:
Cost-effective initial purchase price
Cons:
Higher than expected maintenance and repair costs, Frequent breakdowns
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Dokker Van: A Mixed Bag
The factory-fitted LPG system seems to have been a recurring issue, requiring approximately seven warranty repairs. Sponge material is protruding from the dashboard. The factory parking sensors have been fixed twice. The rear doors have become difficult to close after only 15,000 km. Following a minor collision, the authorized service replaced the front headlight, which now fogs up! Shifting gears feels imprecise, raising concerns about performance at 100,000 km. The car has been jerky on startup since day one, and the authorized service refuses to address this under warranty. The brakes, along with the discs, need replacement already.
Pros:
Spacious interior
Cons:
Recurring LPG system issues, Dashboard material issues, Parking sensor problems, Rear door hard to close, Headlight condensation, Imprecise gear shifting, Jerky startup, Early brake wear
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Dokker Van: A Practical Choice
I've owned this car since new. Bad reviews stem from a lack of knowledge about Renault service centers, which 'try' to service LPG systems. They fail because they're simply not knowledgeable. After purchase, you need to visit a friendly LPG workshop for corrections/adjustments, and then there will be no problems. Mine has 160,000 km, and generally, the car is alright. There were no issues with the parking sensors, and the A/C was refilled once after 4 years. The car consumes around 11L of LPG in the city and up to 9L on the highway (provided you don't
Pros:
Reliable with proper LPG setup, Functional parking sensors, Decent A/C performance
Cons:
Requires specialized LPG servicing, Potential initial setup issues
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Mileage unknown
Dokker Microvan Facelift
Company car picked up new from the dealership. Very spacious. For 5 years, nothing significant broke. The gas solenoid valve was replaced twice (it corrodes quickly as it's under the car) but this didn't immobilize the car; there's still gasoline. The driver's side door handle had to be replaced (plastic broke off, affecting the linkage; self-repair, new part cost 30 PLN). The entire mileage was on gas. The car traveled across half of Europe, both hot and cold regions. Many things can be complained about, but the car cost 52,000.00 PLN.
Pros:
Very spacious/large capacity, Reliable throughout 5 years with minimal issues, Affordable price for its utility
Cons:
Gas solenoid valve corrodes quickly and needs replacement, Driver's side door handle plastic broke, requiring repair
