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Dacia Sandero Stepway (2013 to 2020)

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Dacia Sandero Stepway (2013 to 2020)

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    Summary


    The Dacia Sandero Stepway is an upgraded and off-road styled version of the Sandero supermini hatchback. The current model is the second generation, which was launched in 2013 and facelifted in 2017. Production ended in 2020 ahead of an all-new Sandero that arrived in the UK in Spring 2021.

    Despite the looks, the Sandero Stepway had minimal off-roading ability and was not available with four-wheel drive. However, this is relatively common among similar hatchback-based SUV/crossover vehicles.

    Based on more than a dozen average to good UK media reviews, the Dacia Sandero Stepway had an overall Expert Rating that placed it in the midfield of similar cars by the end of its production life, although direct comparisons are difficult because there are few very similar cars in the marketplace.

    The Sandero Stepway received particular praise from reviewers for its spaciousness, decent equipment levels and low running costs. Like all Dacia models of its generation, its absolute performance in any area against rivals wasn’t great, but when considered against its very low prices, it was considered excellent value for money.

    Key specifications


    Body style: Five-door hatch/crossover
    Engines: petrol, diesel
    Price when new: From £9,195 on-road

    Launched: Spring 2013
    Last updated: Winter 2018/19
    Replaced: Spring 2021


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    Safety rating


    Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

    Overall score: 4 stars
    Date tested: May 2013
    Read the full Euro NCAP review

    Adult protection: 80%
    Child protection: 79%
    Vulnerable road users: 57%
    Safety assist: 55%

    Notes on safety rating

    The Dacia Sandero range (which includes the Sandero Stepway) was awarded a four-star safety rating from Euro NCAP back when this model was launched in 2013. However, this rating expired in January 2020 as the Sandero no longer met the requirements for a four-star car. This is normal practice, as Euro NCAP reviews its ratings on most cars annually with most ratings expiring after about six or seven years.

    However, if you are comparing a used Dacia Sandero Stepway to vehicles of similar age, whose ratings will have probably also expired, its safety rating score is still useful.

    Eco rating


    No eco rating

    The Dacia Sandero Stepway was never lab tested by Green NCAP during its production life.

    Reliability rating

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    As of October 2022, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Dacia Sandero range (including the Stepway) to generate a reliability rating.

    The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Sandero Stepway, we’ll publish the score here.

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    The Dacia Sandero Stepway has an overall Expert Rating that places it in the midfield of similar cars, with its greatest strength being value for money.Dacia Sandero Stepway (2013 to 2020)