The second-generation Dacia Sandero Stepway takes the brand's practical Mini 5-doors hatchback and adds raised suspension, protective body cladding and roof bars, aiming at buyers who want small-car running costs with a little extra ruggedness.
The Dacia Sandero Stepway engine range stays small, turbocharged and economical. The 0.9 Tce petrol suits mostly urban driving, while the 1.5 dCi diesel rewards high mileage with frugal consumption. Both pair with a manual gearbox, the diesel also comes as the Easy-R automated manual, and this drivetrain sends power to the front wheels.
Mini 5-doors — Dacia Sandero Stepway Engines and Transmissions
Mini 5-doors Dacia Sandero Stepway Engines and Transmissions
Dacia Sandero Stepway trim levels sit alongside the mechanical version rather than replacing it: the 0.9 Tce Easy-R, for instance, is offered in Laureate form. Equipment grades usually govern comfort, infotainment and interior finish, so two cars sharing the same engine can feel quite different inside.