Compare performance (122 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (11,000 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or SsangYong Korando?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Dacia Sandero is considerably cheaper – starting at 11,000 £ , while the SsangYong Korando costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,029 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Dacia Sandero uses 5.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the SsangYong Korando offers clearly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SsangYong Korando is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 9.7 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Korando delivers significantly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Dacia Sandero is visibly lighter – 1,100 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 417 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers noticeably more boot space – 551 L compared to 372 L. That’s a difference of about 179 L.
When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Korando carries marginally more – 463 kg compared to 436 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.
The SsangYong Korando is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.
detailsThe SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
11,000 - 16,300 £
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
111 - 131 g/km
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,100 - 1,297 kg
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Trunk capacity
372 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Width
1,853 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Payload
385 - 436 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
67 - 122 HP
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 16.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
95 - 200 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
49 - 90 kW
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
SsangYong
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