Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.2 TCe
Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.2 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.2 TCe has been produced from 2012 to 2017. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 115 horsepower on 4500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Dacia Lodgy 2012 - 2017 version and torque 190 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available.
More engine specs
The Renault 1.2 TCe engine (H5FT) is a four-cylinder, fully aluminum turbocharged unit equipped with a 16-valve cylinder head without hydraulic lifters. It features direct fuel injection, a timing ...
This Dacia Lodgy 1.2 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.
Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.2 TCe has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.2 TCe accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 179 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.2 TCe fuel consumption is 6.2 litres per 100km (16.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
Dacia Lodgy safety
During safety testing Dacia Lodgy has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Dacia Lodgy is evaluated with good rate 72 from 100, children safety: good mark - 77 from 100, for pedestrian protection Dacia Lodgy got 44 points from 100.
Dacia Lodgy safety equipment has been rated as very low - 29 percents from 100.
Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.2 TCe technical data
| Model: | Dacia Lodgy 1.2 TCe | ||
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| Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January ... 2017. December | ||
| Engine: | 1198 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 115 HP ON 4500 RPM | Torque: | 190 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 179 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 (combined) 7.7 (urban) 5.1 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.50m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.68m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | ||
| Seats: | 7 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 827 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1885 kg | ||
Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.2 TCe engine H5FT
Engine reliability and common problems:
The Renault 1.2 TCe engine (H5FT) is a four-cylinder, fully aluminum turbocharged unit equipped with a 16-valve cylinder head without hydraulic lifters. It features direct fuel injection, a timing chain drive, variable valve timing on both camshafts, a low-inertia turbocharger with an intercooler, and a variable-displacement oil pump. Despite its modern design, the engine has gained a reputation for several serious reliability concerns, the most significant being excessive oil consumption caused by poorly designed piston rings, which in severe cases can require replacement of the cylinder block.Another common issue is rapid stretching of the timing chain, sometimes appearing before 100,000 km. Carbon buildup on the intake valves is also typical due to the direct injection system, as fuel does not wash the valves during operation, which can gradually reduce engine performance and requires periodic cleaning. The absence of hydraulic lifters means valve clearances must be adjusted from time to time, adding to maintenance complexity. Variable valve timing units are also known to have a limited lifespan.
Despite these weaknesses, the engine can provide decent performance for its size and relatively low fuel consumption when driven moderately. It is also capable of meeting Euro 6 emissions standards, and replacement engines are relatively easy to find on the used market. However, cold starting problems in very low temperatures are sometimes reported, and the engine’s tendency for oil consumption, early timing chain wear, and the need for periodic valve adjustment have contributed to its reputation as one of the less reliable engines in the lineup.
| Engine displacement | 1197 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 72.2 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 73.1 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.25 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
| Timing chain change interval | 150,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.2 TCe oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 114 - 132 HP ON 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 - 205 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Renault |
| Start of production (year) | 2012 |
| Duration of production | 7 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2015 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Renault Scenic Dacia Duster Renault Megane Dacia Dokker and 5 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Dacia Lodgy minivan [2012 - 2017] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.2 TCe
Most powerfull petrol version (115 HP) |
1.2 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.2
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.5 seconds |
1.2 Petrol | 115 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Automatic |
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Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.5 dCi 90 Hp
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.5 dCi 107 Hp | 1.5 Diesel | 107 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Automatic |
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Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.5 dCi 110 Hp
Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.5 Diesel | 110 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Dacia Lodgy 2012 1.6 MPI | 1.6 Petrol | 85 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |