Prices for the updated Dacia Sandero range have been announced, including an all-new self-charging hybrid version that assumes the title of the UK’s cheapest new hybrid car.
Having formally revealed the facelifted Sandero earlier in the year, the Romanian manufacturer has now confirmed pricing for the UK specification models, which includes both the hatchback and more rugged Sandero Stepway trim.
As part of the updates, the Sandero is now available with a Renault-sourced hybrid powertrain comprising a 1.8-litre engine equipped with a 1.4kWh battery to provide short ‘engine-off’ driving in urban conditions.
Given the Sandero is primarily designed for low speed, city-based environments, Dacia suggests it can drive up to 80 per cent of the time without the need to use its engine.
Already one of the UK’s cheapest new cars in the UK, the base Sandero remains very affordable despite the hybrid upgrade with the Sandero Hybrid 155 priced at £17,995 in Expression trim, rising to £19,295 for the Journey grade.
This makes the Sandero Hybrid 155 the cheapest self-charging hybrid car in the UK right now*.
Though a premium in starting price over existing models, the hybrid will return significant day-to-day savings with up to 67mpg possible, while the higher power output of 155bhp means a swift 0-62mph time of 8.3secs.
Expression models, meanwhile, get a 10-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, air-conditioning and Dacia’s ‘YouClip’ mounting points for accessories, while Journey trims add seven-inch digital driver’s display, an integrated satellite-navigation system, six-speaker sound system, keyless entry, heated front seats and wireless phone charging.
Elsewhere, the hybrid update applies to the Stepway, which offers a raised ride height and a chunkier off-road style design.
The Stepway also comes with an exclusive Extreme trim which includes copper-coloured exterior and interior detailing, rubber floor mats, blind spot warning, black alloy wheels and a bespoke traction control system that allows it a degree of capability off-road.
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* Prices correct at the time of publishing. Follow links for live pricing
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