I just tried this car today (sandero comfort 91PS with CVT), I just çan confirm what has been said here: not perfect for sure, but so much of a car for so little money. Fact. Greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭.
We have the 2018 Stepway, since new. It's been trouble free, and a great little car. I see the Which magazine just rated Dacia the 2nd most reliable brand after Lexus.
This is the best and most informative review I've seen on this car. No over the top, self-aware presentation, just tell it like it is! Someone commented that the power steering is too light. I did wonder about that when I saw another reviewer turning the wheel with practically only one finger.
I am very concerned about some style-over-substance tail light designs, those skinny LED indicators are completely masked by direct sunlight or the brake light. So I'm no fan of LED tail lights.
Everything about the car is clearly built to cut as much costs as possible, the dash buttons, fuel cap and little detail is lacking however that isn't surprising as it retails in 2021 for less than most cars did 10 years ago. To me the Essential trim makes the most sense, DAB radio, body coloured bumpers and AC is "sufficient" as you don't really need the toys of the top spec. Add too much onto the price and the car possibly loses it's relevance. I might even consider one if my daily dies on me, it's a good 4 years of trouble free motoring on PCP if you add an extra year of warranty on top of the manufacturer's one and it's long term reliability is irrelevant as you'll be giving it back after the contract. Worth thinking about anyway.
I bought a Stepway in 2018 and have had absolutely no trouble with it. I have now chopped it in for a new model Sandero, which should be delivered at the end of November. Dacia's are one of the best car brands for depreciation in the UK, and a perfectly acceptable family runabout, and to get to work and back in. The 90 Tce turbo engine is great on the motorway too.
The setpway is exactly the same size as the normal model, it's just a little higher and has different front and back bumpers, and comes with roof bars and a plastic door trim on the outside. The inside of the setpway is 100% identical to the normal car, you just sit a little higher because it has a SUV like height (bigger ground clearance)
Some of these reviews do not show justice for the cars cheapness. Yes. They are a bargain but the £8k model is very limited! I wanted one but due to eygpt and COVID there was a 7mth wait. I needed a car there and then. So went for 18 plate second hand stepway. All is good.
@@tentifr yeah 4cm, but to be avoided according to reviews unless you live at the end of a dirt road. The standard version should be a nicer ride comfort.
@@Tom-sg4iv As I'm down-sizing from a Citroën Relay van, I did find the normal Sandero a bit low when I took both out for a test drive, and I have to say that I felt the extra height of the Stepway was noticeable (but it may have been an illusion 😊). I drove both cars along the same stretch of pothole-ridden road, and I didn't notice any difference in the ride comfort. I've ordered a Stepway Prestige Automatic, which is scheduled to arrive in the next 6 to 8 weeks.
A very good review, this car does indeed represent outstanding value for money,I have driven a Sandero for nearly 5 years so I can attest to the above.The reviewer also did an excellent job explaining the most relevant details that a prospective buyer would want to know.
i wonder why dacia decided not to include the ON/OFF button for the parking sensors in some markets. I have a fully specced sandero stepway with front and rear sensors, camera, blind spot assist and my car doesn't have that button
You did a really nice job of actually showing the functionality of a lot of features other reviews just gloss over - great video! I actually ordered a new Sandero last week as something of an impulse buy so have been scouring the internet for information on how the thing actually works in the real world! Just little things like knowing that start/stop button is on the left of the steering wheel are surprisingly useful to me, thanks!!
I've just ordered the comfort bi fuel 100ps slate grey today. I hope i will get it before next summer. The lead time is between 5 to 8 months. I've looked on eBay and the price of a used one is more than what I've agreed to pay. 700£ deposit today and 12000 later when the car is received by the the dealer. I was told that the price will increase in 9 days.
@@soundbeans yes i got it last month. It drives well and feels good but the 3 cylinder engine feels a bit shaky when idling like all 3 cylinder cars. You could feel the vibrations on the steering wheel. It's smooth when the revs are over 1500rpm though.
Does the new Sandero have the option for Automatic Climate Control in the UK, as apposed to Manual Climate Control? I have seen many videos with the Sandero that shows it has Automatic Climate Control. But have not seen this option in any of the UK models. They have all been Manual Climate Control. Makes the interia look vey cheap
Hi There, I believe there is only space to the right hand side of the screen. I didn't look on the left hand side, but can imagine they would only have 1 fixing point for it.
I just tried this car today (sandero comfort 91PS with CVT), I just çan confirm what has been said here: not perfect for sure, but so much of a car for so little money. Fact. Greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭.
Should have showed us where the lpg garage was 😜
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We have the 2018 Stepway, since new. It's been trouble free, and a great little car. I see the Which magazine just rated Dacia the 2nd most reliable brand after Lexus.
This is the best and most informative review I've seen on this car. No over the top, self-aware presentation, just tell it like it is! Someone commented that the power steering is too light. I did wonder about that when I saw another reviewer turning the wheel with practically only one finger.
I just ordered this in the Iron Blue Automatic 😁
What's it like ?
Tail lights are normal bulbs, not LEDs but they still look nice.
I am very concerned about some style-over-substance tail light designs, those skinny LED indicators are completely masked by direct sunlight or the brake light. So I'm no fan of LED tail lights.
Everything about the car is clearly built to cut as much costs as possible, the dash buttons, fuel cap and little detail is lacking however that isn't surprising as it retails in 2021 for less than most cars did 10 years ago. To me the Essential trim makes the most sense, DAB radio, body coloured bumpers and AC is "sufficient" as you don't really need the toys of the top spec. Add too much onto the price and the car possibly loses it's relevance. I might even consider one if my daily dies on me, it's a good 4 years of trouble free motoring on PCP if you add an extra year of warranty on top of the manufacturer's one and it's long term reliability is irrelevant as you'll be giving it back after the contract. Worth thinking about anyway.
I bought a Stepway in 2018 and have had absolutely no trouble with it. I have now chopped it in for a new model Sandero, which should be delivered at the end of November. Dacia's are one of the best car brands for depreciation in the UK, and a perfectly acceptable family runabout, and to get to work and back in. The 90 Tce turbo engine is great on the motorway too.
I want to hear about the car not the gizmos.
All models get led DRL, not only the top range
The Sandero is sooo cheap! It costs more to buy used 😂😂
Very good review with all the relevant information . I hope to change my car next year . I will certainly consider DACIA SANDERO . Regards .
The setpway is exactly the same size as the normal model, it's just a little higher and has different front and back bumpers, and comes with roof bars and a plastic door trim on the outside. The inside of the setpway is 100% identical to the normal car, you just sit a little higher because it has a SUV like height (bigger ground clearance)
Some of these reviews do not show justice for the cars cheapness. Yes. They are a bargain but the £8k model is very limited! I wanted one but due to eygpt and COVID there was a 7mth wait. I needed a car there and then. So went for 18 plate second hand stepway. All is good.
We want a Dacia car in india
Did you just break off the phone mount????
Nice review. The Stepway is not any bigger, just additional plastic panels attached on the outside.
And higher ride height
@@tentifr yeah 4cm, but to be avoided according to reviews unless you live at the end of a dirt road. The standard version should be a nicer ride comfort.
@@Tom-sg4iv As I'm down-sizing from a Citroën Relay van, I did find the normal Sandero a bit low when I took both out for a test drive, and I have to say that I felt the extra height of the Stepway was noticeable (but it may have been an illusion 😊).
I drove both cars along the same stretch of pothole-ridden road, and I didn't notice any difference in the ride comfort.
I've ordered a Stepway Prestige Automatic, which is scheduled to arrive in the next 6 to 8 weeks.
Nice work - a really thorough review. Looking forward to your next upload.
I'm pretty sure that the Stepway is exactly same size as the hatchback model, right?
Yes, the Stepway is exactly the same size, just a higher ride height, and some crossover styling.
A very good review, this car does indeed represent outstanding value for money,I have driven a Sandero for nearly 5 years so I can attest to the above.The reviewer also did an excellent job explaining the most relevant details that a prospective buyer would want to know.
i wonder why dacia decided not to include the ON/OFF button for the parking sensors in some markets. I have a fully specced sandero stepway with front and rear sensors, camera, blind spot assist and my car doesn't have that button
You did a really nice job of actually showing the functionality of a lot of features other reviews just gloss over - great video! I actually ordered a new Sandero last week as something of an impulse buy so have been scouring the internet for information on how the thing actually works in the real world! Just little things like knowing that start/stop button is on the left of the steering wheel are surprisingly useful to me, thanks!!
Really good review! Thinking of a new Sandero, but Which model and options??
stepway just has a higher suspension, some plastic bits and roof rails slapped on it. nothing bigger about it
Info out of date now.all prices increased new. If you can get one and secondhand...
I've just ordered the comfort bi fuel 100ps slate grey today. I hope i will get it before next summer. The lead time is between 5 to 8 months. I've looked on eBay and the price of a used one is more than what I've agreed to pay. 700£ deposit today and 12000 later when the car is received by the the dealer. I was told that the price will increase in 9 days.
Did the car ever arrive? How is it? I've just ordered one myself.
@@soundbeans yes i got it last month. It drives well and feels good but the 3 cylinder engine feels a bit shaky when idling like all 3 cylinder cars. You could feel the vibrations on the steering wheel. It's smooth when the revs are over 1500rpm though.
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Does the new Sandero have the option for Automatic Climate Control in the UK, as apposed to Manual Climate Control? I have seen many videos with the Sandero that shows it has Automatic Climate Control. But have not seen this option in any of the UK models. They have all been Manual Climate Control. Makes the interia look vey cheap
Prestige/Journey models have single climate control in UK.
nice one. please show the automatic one if you have
I'm debating whether to get the Auto model
me too do they come in auto
@@djelalniyazi4090 Yes, I think so
The Access model does have central locking.
the is good news
But automatic is poor Nissan CVT :(
It is a zf or an aisin one so its ok
@@billyjoe7316 no...Renault/Nissan CVT - car with CVT have lower torque ...
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Great, informative review.
Glad you think so!
Does it come in automatic?
CVT
Yes
For those of you who’ve ordered one- good luck, you may die of old age waiting, given the ridiculous delays,.
I ordered mine in Feb, got in May, not a problem, great car
Hello! I would really appreciate a response to this: Can you move the phone mount to the opposite side of the media display? Thanks!
Hi There, I believe there is only space to the right hand side of the screen. I didn't look on the left hand side, but can imagine they would only have 1 fixing point for it.
Yep
A useful Walk-through. Thanks (but you did forget to signal when leaving the roundabout 😉)
Awful re sale value
Peanuts to buy, peanuts to sell. It's expected.
That’s why I will give it two year and buy a secondhand one at a lot lower price.
Not at all. They go for 5k after 3yrs.
So is a £40k Merc as well buying any NEW car you will take the first hit do you understand?
Buy a german heap then. and lost tens of thousands in the first two years, and suffer breakdowns while you lose money.