Dacia Logan 2
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
105 PS
1.6L 16V Benzin
Refined four-cylinder
Decent67–73 PS
1.0L NA Benzin
2 weaknesses
Good ChoiceBody Variants
The Dacia Logan 2 is available as Sedan and Wagon — choose your body type for specific insurance data:
Generations
Engine Overview
The Dacia Logan 2 is available with 10 engine variants — from 67 to 105 hp. 2 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Dacia 1.5L Blue dCi (Diesel, 90–95 PS) has the K9K-70kW (1.5L Blue dCi) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
The Dacia 1.5L dCi (Diesel, 68–95 PS) comes with 3 different engines: K9K-55kW (2012–2020, Be Careful) and K9K-65kW (2012–2018, Be Careful) and K9K-66kW (2012–2020, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.5L dCi!
The Dacia 0.9L Turbo (Petrol, 90 PS) has the H4B (0.9L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.
The Dacia 0.9L Turbo (LPG, 90 PS) has the H4B-LPG (0.9L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.
The Dacia 1.0L NA (Petrol, 73 PS) has the B4D (1.0L NA) — rated: "Good Choice", 2 known weaknesses.
The Dacia 1.2L 16V (Petrol, 73–75 PS) comes with 2 different engines: D4F-55kW (2012–2015, Be Careful) and D4F-54kW (2015–2020, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.2L 16V!
The Dacia 1.2L 16V (LPG, 75 PS) has the D4F-55kW-LPG (1.2L 16V) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.
The Dacia 1.6L 16V (Petrol, 105 PS) has the K4M (1.6L 16V) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.
The Dacia 1.6L 8V (Petrol, 84–87 PS) has the K7M-62kW (1.6L 8V) — rated: "Good Choice", 4 known weaknesses.
The Dacia 1.6L 8V (LPG, 84–87 PS) has the K7M-62kW-LPG (1.6L 8V) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Worn steering joints Steering joints and tie rod ends remain regular weak points at MOT in the second generation as well. The defect rate is well above the vehicle average. Symptoms: Steering play, vague feedback when turning, MOT failure due to worn joints from 80,000 km | Low |
Test Reports
TÜV Report
Defect rate of 39.6% on 10–11-year-old vehicles. Suspension, brakes, and exhaust emissions are chronic problem areas.
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 71 weaknesses have been documented for the Dacia Logan 2 (2012–2020) — 63 engine-related and 8 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Suspension, Electronics, Other, Body. Considered reliable: K7M-62kW (1.6L 8V), B4D (1.0L NA).
Logan (K9K-55kW, 2012–2021) — Be Careful: Injectors worn out, Turbocharger worn, Connecting rod bearing damage from oil neglect. Power: 68–75 PS.
Logan (K9K-65kW, 2012–2018) — Be Careful: Injectors worn out, Turbocharger worn, Connecting rod bearing damage from oil neglect. Power: 86–95 PS.
Logan (K9K-66kW, 2012–2021) — Be Careful: Injectors worn out, Turbocharger worn, Connecting rod bearing damage from oil neglect. Power: 86–95 PS.
Logan (K9K-70kW, 2018–2021) — Be Careful: Injectors worn out, Turbocharger worn, Connecting rod bearing damage from oil neglect. Power: 90–95 PS.
Logan (K4M, 2012–2016) — Be Careful: Timing belt every 120,000 km, VVT actuator sticking, Ignition coils susceptible to moisture. Power: 105 PS.
Logan (D4F-55kW, 2012–2015) — Be Careful: Recall: faulty valve cotters, Timing belt every 90,000 km, Oil in spark plug tubes. Power: 73–75 PS.
Logan (H4B, 2012–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretch, Oil in spark plug tubes, Elevated oil consumption. Power: 90 PS.
Logan (D4F-54kW, 2015–2021) — Be Careful: Recall: faulty valve cotters, Timing belt every 90,000 km, Oil in spark plug tubes. Power: 73–75 PS.
Logan (K7M-62kW-LPG, 2011–2016) — Be Careful: Observe timing belt interval, Crankshaft axial play, Valve seat wear from LPG operation. Power: 84–87 PS.
Logan (D4F-55kW-LPG, 2011–2015) — Be Careful: Recall: faulty valve cotters, Timing belt every 90,000 km, Oil in spark plug tubes. Power: 75 PS.
Logan (H4B-LPG, 2015–2021) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretch, Oil in spark plug tubes, Elevated oil consumption. Power: 90 PS.
What to watch out for with the Dacia Logan? 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