Dacia, a Romanian brand owned by the Renault Group of France since 1999, has made significant progress since its origins in the Communist era. Despite Renault’s declining deliveries, Dacia continues to experience a surge in sales throughout Europe. In January 2024, Renault Group ranked third in the continent, but experienced a slight decline of 2.1%. On the other hand, Dacia saw a 7.7% increase compared to the same period in 2023.
This success can be attributed to Dacia’s new corporate image, which positions it as one of the most innovative automakers in the region. Additionally, the launch of the third generation Duster SUV and the continued popularity of the Sandero series have contributed to Dacia’s strong performance. With the recent updates to their lineup, including the Sandero, Logan, Stepway, and Jogger, which now comply with the new GSR II safety regulations and offer a range of new features, Dacia is expected to maintain its upward trajectory this year.
However, there was one notable absence from Dacia’s lineup – the Dacia Spring all-electric city car, a rebadged version of the Renault City K-ZE. Fortunately, Dacia had big plans for this model and has now revealed all the exciting details. The Dacia Spring has undergone a transformation, with fresh exterior styling and interior upgrades that make it more appealing than ever. It has shed its reputation as a cheap vehicle and now presents itself as a trendy electric car. The design of the Spring aligns with Dacia’s new styling philosophy and represents the second facelift since its introduction to the European market in 2021.
Last year, the Spring received a more powerful 65-horsepower engine for the Extreme version, giving it the appearance of a compact crossover rather than a conventional hatchback. Inside, the cabin has been completely redesigned, featuring a new dashboard that eliminates any resemblance to outdated electric vehicles. The inclusion of a seven-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10-inch central touchscreen, as well as vibrant colors and redesigned details throughout, contribute to the modern and stylish interior. The gear selector has also been updated, further enhancing the Spring’s resemblance to a rugged crossover. Dacia boasts that the Spring EV is now more convenient than ever, offering the best loading capacity in its segment and a range of useful features. It continues to provide excellent value for money across Europe and remains highly efficient, with a fuel economy of 14.6 kWh/100 km on the mixed WLTP cycle.
According to the Source autoevolution.com