RENAULT Sandero Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

When Renault introduced the Dacia Sandero on the market, it aimed it at customers looking for an affordable, small-sized hatchback, but the result was much better than that.

Dacia was part of the Renault brand, and it was responsible for designing and producing the small hatchback on the same platform as the Logan. It was launched in 2007, and its low price was highly appreciated during the world economic crisis, and Renault sold it in high volumes all over the world. In Brazil, Renault's design studio adapted the car to the Brazilian market and included a sportier-looking version named GT Line.

The carmaker installed a new front bumper. It featured a lower mesh-grille in the middle that descent to the apron. A set of round fog lights flanked it on the sides. Renault Brazil installed a set of decals on the front fenders and a unique set of eight-spoke light-alloy wheels on its sides. In the rear, a roof-spoiler visually enhanced the car's look. As a final touch, the door-mirrors sported a piano-black finish, regardless of the car's color.

Inside, Renault installed a different audio system than the rest of the Sandero range and GT-line embroidering on the front seats' headrests. A white-dial tachometer replaced the standard, black-dial one from the rest of the Sandero range on the instrument panel. The carmaker added red stitching and trims on the center stack and the door panels to complete the sporty interior.

Under the hood, Renault installed a 1.6-liter gasoline engine that provided 106 hp. It wasn't much, but since the car weighed just 1,055 kg (2,326 lbs), it provided decent performance for its class.