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Dacia Sandero Stepway Hatchback 1.0 TCe Expression 5dr CVT

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TURBO INJECTION
Transmission	Auto
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	999
Trim	Expression
Price	£16,935
Engine Power - BHP	91
Acceleration	14.2
Top Speed	101 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	45.6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	140
Length	4099 mm
Width	1848 mm
Height	1535 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	328 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1134 kg

Driver Convenience

3.5" TFT instrument panel with on-board computer
Cruise control with speed limiter
eCall emergency call system
Eco mode
Electric power assisted steering
Rear parking sensors
Rev counter
Reversing camera
Stop/start system

Entertainment

8" Media display - DAB radio, smartphone replication, bluetooth, 4 speakers, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
USB connection for data transfer and charging
USB socket

Exterior Features

3 speed windscreen wipers
Auto lighting
Automatic wipers
Body colour door handles
Body colour door mirrors
Body coloured bumpers
Chrome modular roof bars
Chrome radiator grille
Chrome stepway inscription on radiator grille and roof bars
Drivers one touch electric windows
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
Front electric windows
Front fog lights
Heated rear window
High level third brake light
LED automatic daytime running lights
LED Y-shape Dacia signature lighting
Rear electric windows
Rear side wing doors
Rear wash/wipe
Tinted windows

Interior Features

1/3 to 2/3 split folding rear seats
12 volt front socket
12 volt rear socket
3 height adjustable rear headrests
3 seat rear bench
Driver and passenger vanity mirror with cover
Fabric upholstery
Fixed smartphone holder on dashboard
Floor mats
Height adjustable drivers seat with armrest
Height adjustable front headrests
Height/depth adjustable steering wheel
Isofix points for child seats in both outer rear seats
Manual air conditioning
Satin chrome interior door handles
Satin Chrome/Copper orange air vents
Single front passenger seat
Soft feel steering wheel
Steering wheel controls

Passive Safety

3x3 point rear seatbelts
ABS and Emergency brake assist
Automatic emergency braking system
Child locks on rear doors
Door open visual and audible warning
Driver airbag
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
ESP + Hill Start Assist
Front curtain airbags
Front seatbelt pretensioners
Front side airbags
Height adjustable front seatbelts
Passenger airbag
Seatbelt reminder for driver and front passenger
Tyre pressure monitor

Security

Automatic central locking
Immobiliser
Keyless entry
Remote central locking

Trim

Decopart on instrument panel and door with textile

Wheels

16" Flex wheels with full wheel cap

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	140
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	140
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	139

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	999
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	3
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	72.2
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	81.34
Engine Layout	FRONT TRANSVERSE
Gears	1 SPEED
Number of Valves	12
Transmission	AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb	45.6
WLTP - MPG - Extra High	40.9
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH	40.9
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL	41.5
WLTP - MPG - High	55.4
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH	54.3
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL	55.4
WLTP - MPG - Low	36.2
WLTP - MPG - Medium	51.4

General

Generation Mark	3
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	10E
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	70
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	72
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	2
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	41
NCAP Safety Assist %	42
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	60000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	14.2
Engine Power - BHP	91
Engine Power - RPM	4500
Engine Torque - NM	142
Engine Torque - RPM	1750
Top Speed	101 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	205/60 R16
Tyre Size Rear	205/60 R16
Wheel Type	16" STEEL

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1535 mm
Height (including roof rails)	1587 mm
Length	4099 mm
Wheelbase	2604 mm
Width	1848 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2007 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	50
Gross Vehicle Weight	1601 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)	1108 l
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	328 l
Max. Loading Weight	467 kg
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1100
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	595
Minimum Kerbweight	1134 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	10.39 m

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