Renault Sandero Stepway 66kW turbo Dynamique (2017) In-depth Review

The Renault Sandero Stepway is a well-specced budget car offering with a modicum of crossover appeal. The range recently underwent a facelift and received an equipment update in a bid to remain competitive in an increasingly cutthroat market. Here’s a closer look at the newcomer.
Still powered by a 0.9-litre 3-cylinder turbopetrol motor, the top-of-the-range Stepway derivative features nice-to-have features such as LED daytime running lights, a redesigned multifunction steering wheel and 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system replete with a navigation function.
0:00 Intro
0:35 Engine Specifications
1:04 Exterior Review
1:39 Interior Review
2:58 Safety Features
3:19 Boot Space
3:47 Verdict
4:27 Outro

[@njabulomanukuza2228]

If you're thinking of buying this car. . . DO IT!!! This car is amazing. I used own one in 2018 and I did trips from Durban to Polokwane with one tank of feul

[@Bradtheone]

Have had the 2016 model now for just over a year and the sandero keeps surprising. Brilliant Renault dealership service at its 1st service. truly reliable bargain in this segment packed with tech. That 900cc motor is a gem with great tractability when needed and a real world fuel consumption average of 5,3l to 100km. My 1st Renault ever and certainly not going to be the last.

[@WAHMZO]

Today, I just came from a Renault dealership here in Durban Umhlanga and was blown away with the Dynamique. Really considering buying it. On a serious note though, how good is it with fuel? And does it have the Hill Launch Assist? No rolling back on a hill?

[@SamboNsovo]

How is the fuel consumption? And how does it do on the freeway and long distance drive?

[@jeff1595]

We've had different experiences

[@quintinbrass9439]

@@jeff1595 would you elaborate ?

[@gangelbright]

I have a 2015 Sandero Expression with 45000km on the clock. No problems thus far. Tokai Renault has so far provided excellent service. The service came to R1700.00. I am happy with the car and are looking at upgrading to the STEPWAY.

[@vincevanjaarsveld2392]

I have had mine since April 2016, with not a days problems, realy an impressive little car, very reliable and economical Nippy as well

[@frenchdiamondcarguy954]

The Sandero is still an amazing car for its price. Especially the New Stepway Plus. Fuel consumption is awesome and people underestimate this vehicle.

[@princembatha2644]

Nice review, I'm definitely getting the 2019 version next week.

[@maleleist]

I find all of your videos very informative. Thank you.

[@redstonepro-658]

I want the Sandero 🚘🚗🚗

[@hlengimageba9206]

Nice review now im even more determined to get myself one.

[@redstonepro-658]

I love this car

[@RonZSaavedra]

Thanks for this review!

[@t.fleepile6164]

The car is very good am planning on buying it soon

[@FredNagel]

Thank you for a highly informative, well produced and entertaining review! I was hoping to see some performance comments too though. I understand that speed and acceleration is a little irrelevant in a 0.9l but I'd love to know how it handles real-world issues like overtaking and traffic crawling on idle. Thumbs up nonetheless!

[@WAHMZO]

Today, I just came from a Renault dealership here in Durban Umhlanga and was blown away with the Dynamique. Really considering buying it. On a serious note though, how good is it with fuel? And does it have the Hill Launch Assist? No rolling back on a hill?

[@anakinronin5288]

i guess it's kinda randomly asking but do anyone know a good site to stream new series online?

[@marshallcurvsignagesystems6022]

Hi Ciro, thank you so much for the indept review, well presented, a bit sarcastic and funny LOL but honest. i am sold, i would like 1 car please, i am going ahead with the Dynamique all thanks to this video :) no leather interior please.Yes please satnav. my first car is going to be a Renault Sandero Stepway 66kW turbo Dynamique. Cant wait :)

[@SDav21]

This is simply the best car in the segment. Why would anyone buy a Vivo and pay more when it is outdated using old technology and has no features. Same goes for the extremely ugly and horribly cheaply made Etios that feels like a cheap tin can with old technology. None of those cars come with LED lights, sat nav, cruise control, rear pdc or steering wheel controls. The Sandero even has a far superior and way more modern turbo engine. Not to mention safety coming with ESP and hill start assist across the range. Then there still the 5 year 150000km warranty AND standard service plan!! What an amazing value for money car that doesn't make you feel like you're shopping on a budget. People who buy the Vivo and Etios will never know how much car they could've gotten for their money. Renault has shown all of them that cheap doesn't have to mean ugly, low tech or cheap feeling. Well done!!

[@christophergreen6980]

I agree very much . People mostly go for the common stuff like toyota and vivo but those cars are outdated and very boring nonetheless, very easy to steal too and that means because its common car , insurance prices are more than likely to be much higher . Especialy when more young people tend to go for these cars...... id rather be the odd one out and purchase the stepway which looks awesome .

[@alfredthabiso]

I agree I just got myself one and am over the moon

[@WAHMZO]

Today, I just came from a Renault dealership here in Durban Umhlanga and was blown away with the Dynamique. Really considering buying it. On a serious note though, how good is it with fuel? And does it have the Hill Launch Assist? No rolling back on a hill?

[@felixvanstaden]

I don't agree, the best option here is to buy a used, slightly more upmarket car, like a used Honda Jazz or Toyota Yaris.

[@frenchdiamondcarguy954]

Will always be one of my favourites.

[@The_JDM_Dynasty]

At least this model looks a lot more modern then the previous. Good job Dacia... Renault

[@thokozanigab]

Omg this thing is so cute especially in white, I'm gonna die

[@alveshannaicker5038]

ciro and cars . co za you did a great review on the reanalt sandero step way I like the rear tail lights

[@Ryan.C97998]

Clarkson: Good news! They done a off-road of the Dacia Sandero! May: ... Clarkson: It’s the Dacia Sandero! That baby!

[@uncutfishing]

This is a clear cut Dacia model, not Renault (although Dacia is their property for almost 20 years, so technically they own everything Dacia, including this car ;)). In most places in Europe, these - i.e. Dacia - cars are considered the very bottom of the range in all segments they're sold, especially in terms of price. Consider this: as I'm writing this, the most expensive, all included, Sandero Stepway with a diesel 1,461 liter, 90 HP engine is by 22% less expensive than the cheapest, bare bones VW Golf (a.k.a. the dullest car money can buy). And if you go for the cheapest Sandero, you can buy two and still it will cost less than the cheapest Golf does. This is a no brainer! And still nobody drives them, you will be pressed to see one on the streets (but you will see thousands of Golfs ;)). Such is the perception of these cars. However, stick a Renault badge on, ship it to the opposite side of the globe, and all of the suddent car reviewers think it's great! That's the kind of insane world we're living in ;)

[@user-qp7kk2rh4d]

Where are sold those Renault Sanderos?

[@sb1056sb]

So you don't have the option of the 1.5 dci engine. Why is it marketed as a Renault in south Africa and not a Dacia?

[@nthetemoalosi5048]

Because no one will buy it. It's better to market it as a renualt

[@govrojusantosh8629]

Nice car when it comes india

[@aronvartaci5472]

If u look at Dacia Sandero presentation the conclussions are very different. It s the same car with different badge. So Renault Sandero is good and Dacia Sandero is bad. Tottaly wrong.It s the same car.

[@johanfagerstromjarlenfors]

Aron Vartaci And from the begining they both about the same as an older clio...

[@thehandsoftime289]

My mom's Sandero can't go past 100kph what do you think is wrong 🤔

[@shikshanhindi8769]

Is good is nice

[@wyndts4]

Cruise control, ABS, EBD with 900 litre engine ? Woww.....!!!!

[@SDav21]

wyndts4 The engine is excellent. It is very tractable and unlike many cars in this segment like the Etios and Vivo, it doesn't slow down on inclines because the turbo allows it to make full use of all the torque from low revs

[@SATech-ru1pf]

wyndts4 it is not 900 litre it's 900 cc engine it is a 1 litre engine

[@dehanbron]

Give that car a Diesel!! 🍻 #1.5dci

[@livhuwanimoshapo1620]

A sta way is the best car and that is 300 and I spended all my to that car

[@mohamedselmane2971]

Dacia Sandero stepway in algeria

[@MuNky1022]

Yes, It is known in UK and other markets also, like the Duster as Dacia badge. It is rebadged in South Africa. SA also has the Kwid, which is made in India and is very basic (with a 1 star Ncap rating vs Stepway's 4, and thus not safe enough for Europe) compared to Stepway, although much cheaper at about R 130 000 (2018)

[@denizkarakas705]

abi ısıszu yaparmısın

[@nickyjohnes5212]

l am blessed by Hillsong gospel, let's keep lessoning.

[@mduduzimpanza1751]

Door handles.. Renault could do better than this

[@danI43541]

Ahhhh the Dacia Sandero :D one of the cheapest and kinda shittiest cars xD Romanian / French engineering ftw

[@MuNky1022]

For the price it blows the competition out of the water...