Dacia Lodgy
Dacia Lodgy technical data
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The Dacia Lodgy is a compact MPV introduced in 2012, designed to offer a spacious and affordable solution for families. Built on the B0 platform, it shares underpinnings with other Dacia models and emphasizes practicality and value. The Lodgy is available in both five- and seven-seat configurations, making it a versatile choice for those needing extra passenger space.
Engine options include a range of petrol and diesel units, such as the 1.2-liter TCe turbocharged petrol engine and the 1.5-liter dCi diesel engine, offering outputs between 85 and 115 horsepower depending on the version. Transmission is typically a 5- or 6-speed manual, with some versions available with automatic or Easy-R automated manual gearboxes. Lodgy was offered in both standard and Stepway trims, the latter featuring more rugged styling cues.
The interior is functional, with a focus on space and straightforward controls. Higher trim levels include features like touchscreen infotainment, parking sensors, and navigation, though materials remain basic to keep costs low. Safety features include ABS, ESC, and multiple airbags, with later models offering optional rearview cameras and additional driver aids.
In user reviews, the Dacia Lodgy is appreciated for its spacious interior, affordable price, and low running costs. It’s seen as a practical family car, particularly in the seven-seat version. However, criticisms often mention the basic interior quality, limited sound insulation, and unrefined ride on poor roads. Despite these drawbacks, it remains a popular choice for budget-conscious buyers needing a roomy vehicle.
Is Dacia Lodgy a reliable car?
The Dacia Lodgy is not a reliable car, it regularly ranks near the bottom of car reliability ratings and is outperformed by 100% of other cars in terms of the number of defects found during annual inspections.
Based on these reviews, the highest reliability scores were demonstrated by Dacia Lodgy generation from 2012 to 2017, but overall the reliability scores of all tested Dacia Lodgy generations are quite similar.
Most Dacia Lodgy engines use a timing belt, which is generally regarded as less reliable than engines with a timing chain.
Dacia Lodgy reviews
Pros: Strict, collected course. Gearbox switches well. Easy ride, ok for 110 hp, easy parking. Winter / summer starts without problems, air conditioner works ok, seat heating ok. The third row is comfortable for an adult with 175 cm, there is a phone charger and a bottle holder, large "pockets" for holding various things. The third row has openable windows. Tuning accessories are available, but the choice is not very large. Parts are not very expensive, easily accessible. A new 7-seater car for that price? There is no alternative. Kids also like it.
Cons: There is practically no sound insulation, you can hear everything that is happening outside. The interior is quite austere. The third row leaves no space for the boot. It is not easy to get into the third line. Absolutely thoughtless upholstery, especially for the third row. The third row has no tables. Always dirty thresholds. An extra rubber hood must be placed in the engine compartment, otherwise the engine will become dirty very quickly. It is mandatory to install mud guards, otherwise the sides are always dirty. Bottle holders on the front too shallow and uncomfortable. The car value is falling rapidly and there is not much demand in the secondary market. Relatively expensive maintenance at the dealer. Would not recommend buying the basic version and would not recommend to people with "requirements".
| Purchase year: | 2017 new car) | Owned for | 63`000 kilometers (4 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 5.3 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: The price. Facelift. A new, modern steering wheel. Salon is easy to clean and maintain. If not overloaded easily steerable as a normal sedanm. Dynamics is good enough, until 150 zccelerates without much effort (if not overloaded). At winter warming up good, cools well in summer. Light is now both in luggage compartment, in both line. There are tables in second row. Seats are comfortable enough. If you remove third row, then it has a big boot.
Cons: Would not call it minivan, but rather microvan with seven seats there is almost no trunk. So, you should add roof box. The third row of chairs is not divided, unable to stretch into floor, and even in a squalid way takes up valuable space. Interior flicks, but so far does not rattle. Exterior noises are very audible. Windscreen wipers without fine speed adjustment. Facelift: all Dacia models received a new front line of optics, except for Lodgy / Dokker. The actual consumption is 5,3-5,8.
| Purchase year: | 2017 new car) | Owned for | 25`000 kilometers (1 year) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 5.5 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Very large luggage compartment (if removed or put down third row of seats). A practical car. Economic exploitation. High sitting position, good transparency, there are no large blind zones. Excellent price / benefit ratio.
Cons: Poor sound insulation. Poor cabin ventilation / heating equipment - in winter hard to keep warm car. Narrow - sense neighbours shoulder. Up to 4 people dynamics is ok, if not even most powerful engine than might be too slow. Plastic interior sometimes give rise to rattle. In luggage compartment, there is no light.
| Purchase year: | 2014 new car) | Owned for | 50`000 kilometers (3 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 6.5 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend