Strong feature set for money The Extreme trim includes lots of kit as standard: blind-spot warning, reversing camera, auto-air conditioning, LED Y-shape daytime running lights, heated mirrors, height-adjustable driver’s seat with armrest, roof rails, etc. Arnold Clark +2 dacia.co.uk +2 Also an 8-inch MediaNav screen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, six speakers, and USB ports. Arnold Clark +2 Nationwide Vehicle Contracts +2 Versatile / rugged-looking design More ground clearance vs a regular hatch, roof bars, protective body trim, a raised driving position — all lending more confidence on rough roads/uneven surfaces. If you like a crossover aesthetic or need a car that copes with less-than-perfect roads, this helps. dacia.co.uk +3 dacia.co.uk +3 Arnold Clark +3 Decent practicality Good boot space: ~328 litres with the rear seats up, and over 1,100 litres when folded. Plenty of room for everyday load, family or shopping. Auto Express Also the interior has useful touches — split rear seats, isofix mounts, good storage, etc. Arnold Clark +1 Fuel economy and emissions reasonable The 1.0 TCe 90hp with CVT is fairly efficient in combined usage, though a bit less so than the manual equivalents. It still delivers good MPG/mixed fuel economy for what you get. Auto Data +2 Auto Data +2 Value for what it delivers Relative to more premium brands, you get quite a lot of kit, modern safety features, and style for a lower price. For many people, that’s a compelling trade-off: you sacrifice a bit in refinement/brand prestige, but you get a car that does most everyday things well for much less. ?? What you might want to watch out for / trade-offs Performance / CVT limitations The CVT version is not as lively as manuals, especially in overtaking or with full load. The 0-62 mph time is fairly slow (~14.2 seconds in CVT version) with the 90hp engine. If you drive a lot on motorways or need brisk acceleration, you may feel this. Auto Express +1 Fuel / emissions slightly worse in some circumstances Automatics / CVTs often consume more in certain driving conditions than manuals. If you’re doing mostly urban stop-start driving, you may not get the best efficiency. Emissions figures are decent but not class-leading. Auto Data +2 Auto Data +2 Ride quality, noise, refinement Like many cars in this price segment, you may compromise on insulation, high-speed quietness, premium materials etc. Road noise, wind noise, or engine noise under strain can be more noticeable than in higher-end rivals. If comfort and refinement are priorities, that’s something to test in person. Resale / brand perception Dacia is known for value rather than luxury. If you care about brand prestige, feature-rich rivals, or resale value over many years, you may prefer something more established/premium. Value will hold up reasonably, but not as much as premium brands. Safety ratings / advanced technology While it has many safety features, its Euro NCAP rating (depending on variant an