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Dacia Dokker 1

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.9 / 5.0 · Based on 7 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

102–109 PS

1.6L 16V LPG

Clean gas option

Decent
Most Reliable Engine

102 PS

1.6L 16V Benzin

3 weaknesses

Good Choice
Problem Engine

116 PS

1.2L Turbo Benzin

4 weaknesses

Stay Away!

Engine Overview

The Dacia Dokker 1 is available with 7 engine variants — from 68 to 116 hp.

1.5L dCi · Diesel· 75 PS
2012 2018
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
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1.2L Turbo · Petrol· 116 PS
2012 2020
Stay Away! 4 weaknesses
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1.3L Turbo · Petrol· 102 PS
2019 2020
Good Choice 4 weaknesses
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1.6L 16V · Petrol· 102 PS
2015 2020
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
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1.6L 16V · LPG· 102 PS
2015 2020
Good Choice 7 weaknesses
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1.6L 8V · Petrol· 83 PS
2012 2015
Good Choice 4 weaknesses
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1.6L 8V · LPG· 83 PS
2014 2015
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
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The Dacia 1.5L dCi (Diesel, 75 PS) has the K9K-55kW (1.5L dCi) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.

The Dacia 1.2L Turbo (Petrol, 116 PS) has the H5Ft-85kW (1.2L Turbo) — rated: "Stay Away!", 4 known weaknesses.

The Dacia 1.3L Turbo (Petrol, 102 PS) has the H5H-75kW (1.3L Turbo) — rated: "Good Choice", 4 known weaknesses.

The Dacia 1.6L 16V (Petrol, 102 PS) has the H4M-75kW (1.6L 16V) — rated: "Good Choice", 3 known weaknesses.

The Dacia 1.6L 16V (LPG, 102 PS) has the H4M-75kW-LPG (1.6L 16V) — rated: "Good Choice", 7 known weaknesses.

The Dacia 1.6L 8V (Petrol, 83 PS) has the K7M-61kW (1.6L 8V) — rated: "Good Choice", 4 known weaknesses.

The Dacia 1.6L 8V (LPG, 83 PS) has the K7M-61kW-LPG (1.6L 8V) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.

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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Above-average suspension wear

The Dokker's axle suspension is cited as defective at above-average frequency during MOT inspections.

Symptoms: Knocking and banging over uneven surfaces, poor road holding, MOT defect
from 80,000 km
Ad shock absorber Dacia Dokkercontrol arm Dokker front
 Medium

Test Reports

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TÜV Report

Below average

Only 55% of 8–9-year-old Dokkers pass without defects (average: 72.4%). Lighting up to six times more likely to be defective than the class average.

2021-01

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 41 weaknesses have been documented for the Dacia Dokker 1 (2012–2021) — 35 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. One problem engine: H5Ft-85kW (1.2L Turbo). Typical issues affect Suspension, Electronics, Brakes, Other. Considered reliable: K7M-61kW (1.6L 8V), H4M-75kW (1.6L 16V), H4M-75kW-LPG (1.6L 16V).

Dokker (K9K-55kW, 2012–2018) — Be Careful: Injectors worn out, Turbocharger worn, Connecting rod bearing damage from oil neglect. Power: 75 PS.

Dokker (H5Ft-85kW, 2012–2020) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch — production defect, Extreme oil consumption, Turbocharger wastegate faulty. Power: 116 PS.

Dokker (K7M-61kW-LPG, 2014–2015) — Be Careful: Observe timing belt interval, Crankshaft axial play, Valve seat wear from LPG operation. Power: 83 PS.

What to watch out for with the Dacia Dokker? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Dacia Dokker 1 have? +
The Dacia Dokker 1 has 35 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Dacia Dokker 1? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: K7M-61kW (1.6L 8V), H4M-75kW (1.6L 16V), H4M-75kW-LPG (1.6L 16V), H5H-75kW (1.3L Turbo). The most reliable engine is the H4M-75kW (1.6L 16V) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the H4M-75kW-LPG (1.6L 16V). Problem engine: H5Ft-85kW (1.2L Turbo) — stay away!
Which Dacia Dokker 1 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Dacia Dokker 1. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 3 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Dacia Dokker 1 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Dacia Dokker 1 — rated: "Decent". {description} The 1.6 with ECO-G LPG offers low fuel costs with solid performance. Factory-fitted, no retrofit risk.
Is the Dacia Dokker 1 worth buying used? +
The Dacia Dokker 1 is a good choice as a used car — 4 of 7 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Dacia Dokker 1? +
The Dacia Dokker 1 is available with engine variants from 68 to 116 hp. Petrol: K7M-61kW (1.6L 8V), H4M-75kW (1.6L 16V), H5Ft-85kW (1.2L Turbo), H5H-75kW (1.3L Turbo). Diesel: K9K-55kW (1.5L dCi).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee