Especificaciones y análisis del Dacia Lodgy
Power
116HP
Torque
190Nm
Consumption
5.8l/100
Emissions
135g/km
0-100 km/h
10.6s
Top Speed
179km/h
Weight
1267kg
Price
13,500€
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 (2012)
General description
The Dacia Lodgy burst onto the scene in 2012 as a true revolution for families. It wasn't a car that sought to charm at first sight, but rather to win hearts through reason and practicality. With its 115 HP TCe version, it offered a gigantic space and a capable engine at a seemingly impossible price, redefining the concept of an affordable minivan and becoming the silent accomplice of countless family adventures.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Lodgy is surprising. The small 1.2 turbocharged engine moves the vehicle with unexpected joy, offering more than enough response for daily life and for traveling without stress. Don't look for sportiness, but an honest and calm drive. The soft-tuned suspension prioritizes passenger comfort above all else, effectively absorbing road imperfections. It's a car that conveys safety and confidence, the feeling of having a reliable tool ready for anything.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is the ultimate expression of functionality. Every line, every angle, is designed to maximize interior space. Its boxy silhouette won't win beauty contests, but it houses a cavernous interior that is a blessing for any family. Inside, the plastics are hard and the finishes are simple, but everything conveys a sense of robustness and durability, of being made to withstand the demanding treatment of children and luggage without complaint. It's a design without artifice, honest, and tremendously intelligent.
Technology and features
The onboard technology is just what's necessary, a reflection of its low-cost philosophy. In its 2012 Ambiance trim, we found the essentials for a comfortable journey, but without the luxuries of its more expensive rivals. Forget about large screens or advanced driving assistants. However, the real technology was under the hood: its TCe engine was modern for its time, with direct injection and a turbo, a commitment to efficiency and performance that showed Dacia knew where to invest every euro.
Competition
The Dacia Lodgy competed in a league of its own. While minivans like the Renault Scénic, Citroën C4 Picasso, or Ford C-MAX offered more refinement and technology, they did so at a price that was double or almost double that of the Lodgy. Its real rival was the second-hand market or adapted commercial vehicles. No other new car offered that incredible combination of 5 or 7 real seats, a gigantic trunk, and the warranty of a brand-new vehicle for such a low cost.
Conclusion
The Dacia Lodgy TCe 115 is much more than a cheap car; it's a masterstroke for those who value space and functionality above all else. It's proof that you don't need a big budget to make a family happy. It's a vehicle that, without pretensions, fulfills its mission with astonishing efficiency, leaving a mark of gratitude on all those who chose it as their travel companion. A car to be lived in, not to be shown off.