Go Green on a Budget: All-New Dacia Spring Offers Efficiency and Value [W/Gallery + Video]


 Dacia's All-New Dacia Spring, launched in 2021, has become the third most sold electric car globally. Its energy efficiency and carbon footprint were praised in 2022, earning a 5-star rating from Green NCAP. The vehicle is ideal for zero-emission mobility, with an average daily trip of 23 miles and 75% of trips being recharged at home. The All-New Dacia Spring offers a renewed, robust design, exceptional interior storage space, and efficient weight management. It will be available in right-hand-drive for the first time in the UK.

Dacia is introducing a new All-New Spring, featuring a robust and assertive design, first seen on the latest generation Duster. The interior has been completely overhauled, while the roof remains unchanged. The All-New Spring is a resolute sign that it is a key member of the Dacia family, building on the success of the previous generation and asserting its own identity.


Dacia's new design style for the All-New Spring offers a clean, simple, and pared-back exterior with a powerful look. The car features two black bands at the front and rear, framed by the brand's iconic Y-shaped light signature. The modern design is supported by contemporary decals on the Extreme trim and 15-inch wheels with crafted wheel covers. The All-New Spring is designed for durability, with lightweight, affordable side protections and roof bars that reduce weight and improve aerodynamics. The car is available in six shades, including Brick Red and Beige Safari, and is designed to be environmentally friendly. The All-New Spring is available in six new colors.

Dacia has revamped its interior design, incorporating elements from its horizontal architecture and introducing a new range of digital screens. The All-New Spring now features a customizable digital dashboard with a 7-inch display on all versions and a 10-inch multimedia central display in higher trim level models. The color palette and materials have been reworked to offer superior quality while reducing the diversity of options to better manage costs. The All-New Spring also features full-body white elements around the instrument cluster, gear stick, and door bins, with the iconic Dacia "Y" at the heart of the central air vents. The dashboard is designed for optimal ergonomics, with a large multimedia touch screen for optimal ergonomics.

The All-New Spring is a fully electric car that remains the most affordable option on the market since its launch in 2021. The All-New Spring offers the best storage volume in its class. With 308 litres (+6% compared to the previous model) – 1,004 litres with the rear seats folded down – its boot can fit much more than similarly sized rival vehicles and is on par with B-segment models. In addition, Spring offers additional storage throughout the cabin, with an overall volume of nearly 33 litres. Dacia's YouClip system allows for the attachment of various accessories to key places inside the car, including a storage pouch, smartphone holder, or a 3-in-1 attachment.


The All-New Spring also features a customizable digital dashboard with a 7-inch display, which can be customized to show additional information such as remaining range, energy consumption, or driving assistance systems (ADAS). The dashboard displays battery level and remaining time until full charge when charging.


Media Control, a steering wheel-controlled multimedia system, is standard on Essential and Expression trims and includes two speakers, Bluetooth connection, and a USB port. When connected to the free Dacia Media Control app, drivers can use radio/media functions and access other features via their smartphone. The Media Nav Live system, standard on the Extreme trim, has a large 10-inch central touch screen with real-time traffic conditions and up-to-date European maps for up to 8 years.


New ADAS enhance the range of on-board equipment to meet the latest European Global Safety Regulation 2 (GSR2) safety standards, including an advanced emergency braking system, traffic sign recognition, rear park assist, emergency stop signal, lane change alert, lane keep assist, driver attention warning, and emergency call (eCall). Dacia has included a clever 'My Safety' button for quick access to preferred and personalised ADAS settings.

In summary, the All-New Spring is an affordable, fully electric car that aims to encourage UK motorists to transition to electric driving effectively. Its storage capacity, customizable dashboard, and ADAS systems make it an attractive choice for those looking to transition to electric vehicles.

The All-New Dacia Spring is a compact, agile vehicle that can handle urban and country roads. Its compact size (3.70m long) and excellent turning circles (4.80m wall-to-wall) make it easy to drive. The body is protected by solid-coloured strips, especially on bumpers and wheel arches, ensuring durability. The vehicle's high ground clearance is beneficial for rough terrain. Available with a 45 hp motor or a more powerful 65 hp/48 kW motor, the All-New Spring offers spritely acceleration, achieving 0-62 mph in less than 14 seconds.

The All-New Dacia Spring is a resource-light vehicle that achieves greater efficiency through its lightweight design. It is designed to meet the specific needs of A-segment customers, including a battery calibrated to meet their criteria and fitting a compact platform. The top-level Extreme trim weighs only 984 kg, making it the only full-electric car in Europe to stay under one tonne. The All-New Spring boasts excellent energy use, below 14.6kWh/62 miles, keeping running costs in check. The compact 26.8 kWh battery is precisely calibrated to meet the needs and lifestyles of All-New Spring drivers without degrading overall performance by adding excessive weight. It has a WLTP range of over 137 miles for all versions (pending certification), more than sufficient for customers who travel an average of just 23 miles per day.

The All-New Dacia Spring is equipped with a regenerative braking system, activated by selecting the 'B-mode' via the new gearbox controls. The car is equipped with a 7 kW AC charger, a 30 kW DC charger, and a bi-directional V2L charger for powering electrical devices. A specific adapter plugs into the car's charging connector, located under the grille, acting as a traditional 220V/16A socket.

Main standard equipment:

Spring Essential: 7-inch digital instrument cluster, height-adjustable 3-spoke steering wheel, power steering, Media Control system with USB port, speed limiter, cruise control, steering wheel radio control, central locking with remote control, electric front windows, rear parking sensors, 12V socket.

Spring Expression: Same as Essential + manual air conditioning, 15-inch wheels.

Spring Extreme: Same as Expression + copper interior/exterior finishes, power rear mirrors and windows, Media Nav Live multimedia system with 10-inch centre screen, 2 USB ports and wireless connectivity with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, bi-directional charger.

Dacia Spring has been awarded a top 5-star rating by Green NCAP for its efficient use of energy and low environmental impact. The vehicle was evaluated for its impact on air quality, global warming, and energy efficiency. On February 2, 2023, Green NCAP announced the Best Car Green NCAP 2022 award, recognizing Dacia's efforts to offer vehicles with the best price-performance ratio and environmental friendliness. This 5-star rating is symbolic of Dacia's commitment to providing environmentally friendly vehicles to a wider audience.

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