Dacia Lodgy
Most powerful Blue dCi variant of the K9K with AdBlue injection — impressive output for a 1.5-litre engine. Top up AdBlue and have the SCR catalyst checked regularly. Injectors and high-pressure pump are the typical wear points at high mileages; strictly observe oil change intervals.
Strong diesel
116 hp dCi in the Lodgy — the stronger diesel fits well. Decent torque, good long-distance fuel economy.
Engine Weaknesses 5
Delphi injection system (pre-2006) is particularly troublesome — injectors worn out by 60,000 km. Siemens system (from 2006) is significantly better.
Symptoms: Delphi injection system (pre-2006) particularly problematic — injectors worn out by 60,000 km
Turbocharger can develop play from 60,000 km, especially with short-trip use and no warm-up. Whistling and smoke as symptoms.
Symptoms: Turbocharger can develop play from 60,000 km
Neglected oil changes can cause connecting rod bearing failure — catastrophic engine damage. Regular oil changes every 15,000 km are non-negotiable.
Symptoms: Neglected oil changes can cause connecting rod bearing failure — catastrophic engine damage
DPF clogs when the car is used mostly for short trips. Regeneration fails, engine power is reduced. Regular motorway runs help.
Symptoms: DPF clogs with predominantly short-trip use
EGR valve gets coked up with soot, especially in city traffic. Power loss and increased emissions. Cleaning every 60,000 km recommended.
Symptoms: EGR valve sooted up, especially in city traffic
Vehicle Weaknesses 7
The Lodgy's suspension shows problems as early as the first MOT — by the third inspection the fault rate is four times the average.
The Lodgy's brake lines are so corroded after at most seven years of use that replacement is the only option.
The Lodgy's electrical systems can develop problems with engine and gearbox control units from 70,000–90,000 km.
Lighting is a chronic MOT problem on the Lodgy, with the headlights being the main culprit.
The Lodgy's air conditioning shows frequent faults, appearing as early as 40,000–60,000 km.
Elevated oil loss from engine and gearbox is typical for the Lodgy.
Model years 2013 to 2015 in particular show frequent battery failures. The standard battery is undersized for the power demands of a seven-seater.
Reports & Tests
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.
