Especificaciones y análisis del Dacia Lodgy
Power
116HP
Torque
190Nm
Consumption
5.7l/100
Emissions
131g/km
0-100 km/h
11.1s
Top Speed
179km/h
Weight
1267kg
Price
13,230€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
827 L
50 L
85 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Dacia Lodgy Ambiance TCe 115 CV 5 plazas (2014-2015)
General description
The Dacia Lodgy burst onto the market as a revelation, an honest and overwhelmingly practical answer to the needs of families. It didn't aim to charm with its aesthetics, but to conquer with its intelligence: offering a gigantic interior space and unparalleled versatility at a price that broke all molds. It's the car you didn't know you needed, a loyal companion focused on what truly matters.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the small 116 hp TCe engine surprises with its verve and elasticity, moving the vehicle with unexpected ease thanks to the turbo. Don't look for sportiness, but a calm and peaceful drive. The suspension prioritizes passenger comfort, filtering out bumps well, although its height causes body roll in corners. The hydraulic steering and 5-speed manual gearbox convey a sense of direct, almost nostalgic control, connecting you to the road in a simple and pure way.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is an exercise in pragmatism. Every line and every angle serves the function: to maximize space. The result is a cubic silhouette that hides an interior treasure. Inside, simplicity is the norm, with hard but durable plastics and robust assembly. The real luxury is its roominess, with outstanding legroom and headroom and a colossal 827-liter trunk that seems bottomless. It's a design that is appreciated with daily use, not with a glance.
Technology and features
The Lodgy's technology is strictly what's necessary, without frills that would increase the price. This Ambiance trim focuses on the essentials, like power steering or ABS brakes. The direct injection and turbo engine was relatively advanced for its time in a car of this price, seeking a good balance between performance and consumption. However, it lacks modern driving aids and infotainment systems, reminding us that its main innovation was making family mobility accessible.
Competition
At its launch, the Lodgy competed in a league of its own. While MPVs like the Renault Scénic, Citroën C4 Picasso, or Ford C-Max offered more refinement and technology at a much higher price, the Dacia challenged them with an unbeatable argument: space per euro. Its true rivals were almost light commercial vehicles adapted for passengers, but the Lodgy offered comfort and a driving experience closer to that of a passenger car.
Conclusion
The Dacia Lodgy is the quintessential smart purchase. A vehicle that appeals to reason but ends up touching the heart with its honesty and problem-solving ability. It is the perfect tool for families who value space, reliability, and a low cost of ownership above all else. It represents the freedom to travel without worries, with the whole family and all the luggage, without having mortgaged the future for it.