Dacia is expanding its hybrid powertrain options to include the popular Sandero and Sandero Stepway models, alongside updates to digital interfaces and standard equipment. The move reflects a broader industry trend toward electrification and aims to boost sales across the Dacia lineup.
The Sandero will now be available with the 155 Hybrid powertrain, joining the existing 100 TCe three-cylinder turbocharged engine. The hybrid system, similar to those found in other Dacia and Renault hybrid vehicles, combines a 1.5-liter four-cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor and integrated starter generator. A relatively small 1.4kWh battery allows for up to 80% electric-only driving in urban environments.
The combined power output of the hybrid system is 153 horsepower, a 52-horsepower increase compared to the standard internal combustion engine Sandero. However, the three-cylinder engine still delivers more torque, at 200Nm versus the hybrid’s 170Nm. While official performance figures for the Sandero hybrid haven’t been released, the larger Jogger model – which utilizes the same powertrain – can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 9 seconds and reach a top speed of 111 mph, 0.7 seconds faster than the non-hybrid Sandero.
Efficiency gains are a key benefit of the new hybrid option. Although Dacia has not yet released specific figures for the Sandero, the Jogger equipped with the 155 Hybrid powertrain achieves 61.4 mpg on official tests and emits 104g of CO2 per kilometer – representing a reduction of approximately 1.4 liters per 100km and 17g/km compared to the current petrol Sandero. Similar improvements are anticipated for the Sandero.
Customers opting for the hybrid powertrain can expect to pay around €3,500 more, based on the price difference between the hybrid and internal combustion versions of the Jogger.
Experts suggest the new Dacia Sandero could be among the most affordable vehicles to operate.
Minor aesthetic updates have also been applied across the range. Stepway models, known for their increased ground clearance, now feature a new exterior cladding material called Starkle, composed of 20% recycled polymer. This material eliminates the need for additional coatings or painting after manufacturing, reducing the vehicle’s carbon footprint and simplifying end-of-life recycling.
Higher-spec models benefit from automatic headlights, a multi-view camera system, and electrically folding rearview mirrors. Inside, the instrument cluster has been redesigned with updated graphics for a more modern look. All new Sandero, Stepway, and Jogger versions also comply with the latest European safety standards, including driver attention monitoring and emergency autonomous braking systems.
