Dacia Lodgy 1
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
131 PS
1.3L Turbo Benzin
Strong turbo
Decent102 PS
1.6L 16V Benzin
3 weaknesses
Good Choice116 PS
1.2L Turbo Benzin
4 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The Dacia Lodgy 1 is available with 8 engine variants — from 83 to 131 hp. 3 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Dacia 1.5L Blue dCi (Diesel, 95–116 PS) comes with 2 different engines: K9K-70kW (2018–2022, Be Careful) and K9K-85kW (2018–2022, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.5L Blue dCi!
The Dacia 1.5L dCi (Diesel, 95 PS) has the K9K-66kW (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, 102–131 PS) comes with 2 different engines: H5H-96kW (2019–2022, Good Choice) and H5H-75kW (2019–2022, Good Choice). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.3L Turbo!
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, 102–109 PS) comes with 2 different engines: H4M-75kW-LPG (2015–2022, Good Choice) and H4M-80kW-LPG (2018–2022, Good Choice). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.6L 16V!
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
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension with high early defect rate The Lodgy's suspension shows problems as early as the first MOT — by the third inspection the fault rate is four times the average. Symptoms: Clunking and banging over rough surfaces, instability on lane changes, MOT suspension defects from 70,000 km | Medium |
Test Reports
TÜV Report
One in five Lodgys has problems at MOT. Suspension rises to four times the average by the third inspection. Brake lines and oil loss are persistently flagged.
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 63 weaknesses have been documented for the Dacia Lodgy 1 (2012–2022) — 56 engine-related and 7 vehicle-related. One problem engine: H5Ft-85kW (1.2L Turbo). Typical issues affect Suspension, Electronics, Brakes, HVAC. Considered reliable: K7M-61kW (1.6L 8V), H4M-75kW (1.6L 16V), H4M-75kW-LPG (1.6L 16V).
Lodgy (K9K-66kW, 2012–2018) — Be Careful: Injectors worn out, Turbocharger worn, Connecting rod bearing damage from oil neglect. Power: 95 PS.
Lodgy (K9K-70kW, 2018–2022) — Be Careful: Injectors worn out, Turbocharger worn, Connecting rod bearing damage from oil neglect. Power: 95 PS.
Lodgy (K9K-85kW, 2018–2022) — Be Careful: Injectors worn out, Turbocharger worn, Connecting rod bearing damage from oil neglect. Power: 116 PS.
Lodgy (H5Ft-85kW, 2012–2022) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch — production defect, Extreme oil consumption, Turbocharger wastegate faulty. Power: 116 PS.
Lodgy (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 Lodgy? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee