Dacia Sandero II (2012–present)

4.3/5
Reliability score Good
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Most reported affected parts

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Fragile paint
2 reports
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Battery
1 reports
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Interior rattles / noises
1 reports
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Radio / CD
1 reports
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Tire wear
1 reports

Engine reliability summary

Petrol

Engine Score Reports Common issues
0.9 TCe (90 Hp) Start&Stop (H4B 408) No reports 0 No issues reported
0.9 TCe (90 Hp) Start&Stop Easy-R (H4B 408) No reports 0 No issues reported
0.9 Tce (90 Hp) (H4Bt 400) No reports 0 No issues reported
0.9 Tce (90 Hp) Start&Stop (H4Bt 400) No reports 0 No issues reported
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0.9 Tce (90 Hp) Start&Stop Easy-R (H4Bt 400) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.0 SCe (73 Hp) (B4D 411) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.0 TCe (101 Hp) (H4Dt) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.2 (75 Hp) (D4F 732) 4.0 5 Fragile paint, Battery, Interior rattles / noises
1.6 MPI (80 Hp) (K4M) No reports 0 No issues reported

Diesel

Engine Score Reports Common issues
1.5 dCi (75 Hp) FAP (K9K 612) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.5 dCi (75 Hp) Start&Stop (K9K 626) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.5 dCi (75 Hp) Start&Stop FAP (K9K 612) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.5 dCi (85 Hp) (K9K) No reports 0 No issues reported
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1.5 dCi (90 Hp) FAP (K9K 612) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.5 dCi (90 Hp) Start&Stop (K9K 626) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.5 dCi (90 Hp) Start&Stop Easy-R (K9K 626) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.5 dCi (90 Hp) Start&Stop Easy-R FAP (K9K 612) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.5 dCi (90 Hp) Start&Stop FAP (K9K 612) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.5 dCi (95 Hp) (K9K 872) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.5 dCi (95 Hp) Start&Stop (K9K 872) No reports 0 No issues reported

LPG

Engine Score Reports Common issues
0.9 TCe (90 Hp) LPG Start&Stop (H4B 410) No reports 0 No issues reported
0.9 Tce (90 Hp) LPG Start&Stop (H4Bt 400) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.0 ECO-G (101 Hp) LPG (H4Dt) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.2 (75 Hp) LPG (D4F 734) No reports 0 No issues reported

Owner reviews

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Sandero II

For a car at this price, there's nothing better. Of course, it's a Dacia, but it has really improved compared to what they used to produce. There isn't much that can break in this car. I listen with amusement when someone spends 40 or 50 thousand on a used but old premium car and ends up with a fortune in mechanic bills :) I bought mine at the dealership in autumn 2019, my brother has the same one from July 2019. 47 thousand with full equipment. Zero expenses, fuel consumption so low that sometimes

Pros: Excellent value for money, Reliable and simple, Low fuel consumption
Cons: Dacia brand perception
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Sandero II Review

Considering the car's price and what it offers in return, it's more than good. The car may not be a motoring virtuoso, but this makes its operation and potential repairs uncomplicated. Savings are visible and felt in the car, but for me, it's not important as I only use the car as a means of transport. The car is practical – it handles well in the city, on the highway, and can also handle light off-road. Many people criticize Dacia for 'shoddy' materials, but...

Pros: Excellent value for money, Simple to operate and repair, Versatile for city, highway, and light off-road
Cons: Noticeable cost-saving measures in materials
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Dacia Sandero II 1.2 (75 Hp) Hatchback 82,000 km

Very Good - Sandero II

Good car, inexpensive to buy (8000 euros). Offers space, correct driving position, very reliable. Not very powerful if you go off-road often, but in the city or countryside, it does the job.

Pros: Good car, Inexpensive to buy (€8000), Offers space, Correct driving position, Very reliable, Does the job in city/country
Cons: Limited versatility due to low power
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Dacia Sandero II 1.2 (75 Hp) Hatchback 41,000 km

Very Good - Sandero II

Qualities: Engine flexibility at very low revs, general reliability. | Flaws: Stiff comfort, road noise on certain surfaces | Problems: None

Pros: Engine flexibility at very low revs, general reliability.
Cons: Stiff comfort, road noise on certain surfaces, None
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Dacia Sandero II 1.2 (75 Hp) Hatchback 40,000 km

Problem: Battery

Reliable engine, very affordable maintenance, great value for money. However, interior noise (seat creaking) and a dead battery at 15,000 km under warranty are significant drawbacks.

Pros: Reliable engine, Very affordable maintenance, Great car for the price and equipment
Cons: Interior noise (seat creaking), Battery dead at 15,000 km, under warranty
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Dacia Sandero II 1.2 (75 Hp) Hatchback Mileage unknown

Problem: Fragile Paint

Pros: Price, some finishing details (trunk struts, radio, chrome trim, trunk light, etc.), driving position, interior space, relatively robust plastics. Cons: 3rd to 5th gears too short (5th at 55km/h), water runoff stains paint along the door, cheap light switch, window buttons on the center console are disconcerting, finish around the gear lever, tires worn out at 10,000km, rusty transmissions, carpet.

Pros: Price, Some finishing details (trunk struts, radio, chrome trim, trunk light), Driving position, Interior space, Relatively robust plastics
Cons: 3rd to 5th gears too short (5th at 55km/h), Water runoff stains paint along the door, Cheap light switch, Window buttons on center console are disconcerting, Finish around the gear lever, Worn-out tires at 10,000km, Rusty transmissions
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Dacia Sandero II 1.2 (75 Hp) Hatchback 100,400 km

Problem: Air Conditioning

Reliability, spaciousness, no unnecessary gadgets, stable handling. I chose this after many issues with electric windows, AC, and diesel engines. This car is recommendable. Fuel consumption isn't very economical. Acceptable up to 110 km/h, then it rises exponentially. Be reasonable. The paint is too thin and fragile. Keep a close eye on steering! But you get used to it.

Pros: Reliability, Spaciousness, No unnecessary gadgets, Stable handling
Cons: Not very economical fuel consumption, Thin and fragile paint, Requires constant steering attention

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