Especificaciones y análisis del Dacia Lodgy
Power
116HP
Torque
190Nm
Consumption
6l/100
Emissions
140g/km
0-100 km/h
10.6s
Top Speed
179km/h
Weight
1280kg
Price
14,800€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
7 / 5 doors
634 L
50 L
85 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Dacia Lodgy Laureate TCe 115 CV 7 plazas (2012)
General description
The Dacia Lodgy burst onto the scene in 2012 as a true revolution for large families. Its promise was simple but overwhelming: to offer seven seats and a gigantic interior space at a price that seemed impossible. This minivan did not seek to charm with luxuries, but with brutal honesty and functionality that solved real day-to-day needs.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Lodgy feels like an honest and reliable car. The 116 HP TCe engine moves the vehicle with surprising ease, especially in the mid-range thanks to the turbo. Don't expect sporty sensations; its suspension is clearly comfort-oriented, absorbing bumps well and taking care of the passengers. The hydraulic steering and the five-speed manual gearbox transmit a direct and unfiltered connection, a sense of control that is appreciated in a vehicle of its size.
Design and aesthetics
The Lodgy's design is an ode to functionality. Its square shapes and high roof are not meant to win beauty contests, but to maximize every cubic centimeter of its interior. It is an intelligent design that prioritizes legroom, headroom, and a colossal 634-liter trunk with five seats. Inside, simplicity is the norm, with hard but durable plastics and controls placed where you expect to find them. It is a cabin designed to be lived in, used, and enjoyed without worries.
Technology and features
The technology in the Lodgy Laureate was just what was necessary for its time and price. It had comfort features like air conditioning and a basic audio system, but its real technological prowess was hidden under the hood. Fitting a direct injection and turbo engine in a car of this segment and price was a statement of intent, seeking an admirable balance between performance and a contained consumption of 6 liters per 100 km.
Competition
At its launch, the Dacia Lodgy was in a league of its own due to its price. However, in concept, it faced much more expensive seven-seater compact minivans, such as the Renault Grand Scénic, the Citroën Grand C4 Picasso, or the Ford Grand C-MAX. While its rivals offered more refinement and technology, none could compete with the Lodgy's unbeatable relationship between space, versatility, and cost.
Conclusion
The Dacia Lodgy is the smart purchase par excellence. It is a vehicle that appeals to reason but wins the hearts of families with its ability to make life easier. It represents the freedom to travel all together, to carry everything necessary without stress, and to do so without breaking the family budget. It is a car without complexes, proud of its simplicity and tremendously effective in its mission.