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Used Dacia Logan II: the buying guide

Family car · 2012–2020 · Petrol, Diesel

✓ 35 sources cited · updated on 13 October 2026

Good choice, check first
Reliability
4.0/5
Estimated monthly cost
€264/month
Indicative prices
€3,300 – €10,500

5 known faults

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Dacia Logan II, front three-quarter view

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Verdict

Good choice, check first

Saloon (510 L boot) and MCV estate (573 L) with large boots, but the MCV only achieved 3 stars at Euro NCAP in 2014. Two safety recalls (steering track rods at the end of 2015, driver's airbag in 2018) should be checked against the serial number. The Easy-R automated gearbox is subject to complaints about clutch and flywheel wear; the 1.5 dCi needs road use to spare the EGR and the particulate filter.

Reliability
4.0/5
Indicative prices
€3,300 – €10,500
Monthly cost
€264
Euro NCAP
3/5

Which version to choose

Versions to favour: 0.9 TCe 90, 1.5 dCi 90.

  • 1.2 16V 75

    Petrol · Manual · 75 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Naturally aspirated four-cylinder with 110 Nm (0 to 100 km/h in 14.4 s according to Fiches-auto); owners cite fuel consumption and poor acceleration as weak points.

  • 1.0 SCe 75

    Petrol · Manual · 75 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Naturally aspirated three-cylinder with 97 Nm; owners questioned by Fiches-auto find its power and acceleration weak.

    Engine: Renault 1.0 SCe (naturally aspirated three-cylinder)

    Verdict on this engine: Good choice

  • 0.9 TCe 90

    ✓ Recommended

    Petrol · Manual · 90 hp · 4.9 L/100 km · 109 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1

    Turbo three-cylinder with 140 Nm, noticeably livelier (0 to 100 km/h in 11.1 s according to Fiches-auto): the liveliest petrol in the range.

    Engine: Renault 0.9 TCe (H4Bt)

    Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first

  • 0.9 TCe 90 Easy-R

    Petrol · Automatic · 90 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Same engine paired with the 5-speed Easy-R automated gearbox; some owners report jolts when cold and replacement of the clutch and flywheel.

    Engine: Renault 0.9 TCe (H4Bt)

    Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first

  • 0.9 TCe 90 GPL

    Petrol · Manual · 90 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Petrol and LPG bi-fuel version of the 0.9 TCe 90, listed by L'argus in Lauréate trim.

  • 1.5 dCi 75

    Diesel · Manual · 75 hp · Crit'Air 2

    Entry-level 1.5 dCi, 200 Nm according to Fiches-auto.

    Engine: Renault 1.5 dCi / Blue dCi (K9K)

    Verdict on this engine: Buy with care

  • 1.5 dCi 90

    ✓ Recommended

    Diesel · Manual · 90 hp · Crit'Air 2

    1.5 dCi with 220 Nm; Car Verif presents it as economical and improved in reliability, provided the EGR, the particulate filter and the service history are checked.

    Engine: Renault 1.5 dCi / Blue dCi (K9K)

    Verdict on this engine: Buy with care

Market prices

€3,300 – €10,500

Indicative range: 2012 to 2020, yearly medians of 148 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).

Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.

Known faults

Easy-R gearbox clutch and flywheel

Severity 2/3 · Costly

Owners of Logan MCV 0.9 TCe 90 Easy-R models report judder and vibrations when cold, with the clutch and flywheel replaced at around 17,000 km for one, and several times before 25,000 km for another. CarChecker considers this automated gearbox unreliable.

Versions
0.9 TCe 90 Easy-R
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Clogged EGR valve and particulate filter (1.5 dCi)

Severity 1/3 · Annoying

On the 1.5 dCi, the heavily used EGR valve can become blocked and cause jolts and loss of power; its replacement often occurs between 120,000 and 180,000 km according to iDGarages. Car Verif places the EGR and the particulate filter at the top of its checks, and CarChecker advises against this engine for mainly urban use, which clogs the particulate filter.

Versions
1.5 dCi 75, 1.5 dCi 90
Onset
between 120,000 km and 180,000 km
Repair
not documented

Recall: steering track rods liable to break (end of 2015)

Manufacturer recall

Steering track rods that are too fragile can break and cause loss of steering. The recall covers Logan, Sandero, Lodgy and Dokker models built from 17 September to 4 December 2015; the part is replaced. Car Verif advises checking this recall if the production date matches.

Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

Versions
1.2 16V 75, 1.0 SCe 75, 0.9 TCe 90, 0.9 TCe 90 Easy-R, 0.9 TCe 90 GPL, 1.5 dCi 75, 1.5 dCi 90
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Recall: driver's airbag that may not deploy properly (2018)

Manufacturer recall

A recall campaign covers Logan and Sandero models produced between April and August 2018: the driver's airbag may not inflate correctly and therefore may not protect in a crash. It is replaced free of charge at an approved workshop; the check is done with the serial number.

Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

Versions
1.2 16V 75, 1.0 SCe 75, 0.9 TCe 90, 0.9 TCe 90 Easy-R, 0.9 TCe 90 GPL, 1.5 dCi 75, 1.5 dCi 90
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

All faults by version and mileage →

Manufacturer recalls

See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Dacia Logan”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.

Real monthly cost

Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated

Monthly cost by item
Fuel or electricity€121
Insurance€46
Maintenance€32
Depreciation€65
Total per month€264

⚠ Estimates to treat with caution

  • NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
  • Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
  • Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
Fuel (petrol)€121

0.9 TCe 90 version: combined consumption of 4.9 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.

4.9 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €121

Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.

Insurance€46

Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.

Maintenance€32

Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.

Depreciation€65

Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.

Inspection checklist

Things to check

  • Have a Dacia dealership check, using the serial number, the steering track rod (end of 2015) and driver's airbag (2018) recalls.
  • Easy-R: start from cold and look for judder, vibrations in first gear and jolts when changing gear.
  • 1.5 dCi: look for jolts, loss of power or an engine warning light (EGR, particulate filter) and prefer a car that has been driven on the road.
  • Check there is no dampness in the cabin and the boot, and listen for trim rattles on rough roads.
  • Require the service invoices and do a cold engine test, as Car Verif advises.

Questions to ask the seller

  • Have the steering and airbag recalls been carried out, and do you have proof?
  • Has the clutch or flywheel already been replaced, and at what mileage?
  • Is the car mainly driven in town or on the road, and do you have the service invoices?

Test-drive tip: read the fault codes

A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.

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Electric or hybrid equivalent

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Alternatives

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Dacia Sandero

II · 2012–2020

Good choice, check first
Price
€6,490 – €10,070
Reliability
4/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel

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Dacia Sandero

III · since 2020

Good choice, check first
Price
€10,500 – €15,600
Reliability
4.5/5
Fuel types
Petrol

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Renault Clio

IV · 2012–2019

Buy with care
Price
€6,900 – €10,800
Reliability
3/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel

Before you buy: check and equip

Check the history

Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.

Read fault codes

An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.

Parts and maintenance

Compare prices of parts for the Dacia Logan II (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.

Insure the car

Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Logan 2 safe?

The Logan MCV received 3 stars at Euro NCAP at the end of 2014, with 57% for adult occupant protection and 38% for safety assist. For the saloon, Euro NCAP states that it is structurally identical to the Sandero Stepway, whose rating can be applied to it; the Sandero had achieved 4 stars in 2013.

What is the boot capacity of the Logan 2?

510 litres for the saloon according to L'argus, and 573 litres (1,518 litres with the rear seat folded) for the Logan MCV according to Caradisiac.

Which engine should I choose for a Logan 2?

The 0.9 TCe 90 with manual gearbox is the liveliest petrol (0 to 100 km/h in 11.1 s according to Fiches-auto); the 1.5 dCi 90 suits high-mileage drivers if the EGR, the particulate filter and the servicing have been checked. The Easy-R automated gearbox is the subject of owner complaints.

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