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There was a time when you could buy a Dacia Spring for exactly 12,403 euros, after ecological bonuses were applied, back in 2021. Those days are over, as the price of the Spring has risen significantly, surpassing general inflation rates in France over recent years.
On paper, the Spring still holds the title of the least expensive new electric car on the market, tied with the Leapmotor T03, at 16,900 euros. But it’s crucial to scrutinize what exactly is being offered for that price.
Five years ago, even at the higher price mentioned, the base model’s standard equipment was quite sparse, with your smartphone and the MyDacia app serving as the infotainment system. It lacked driving aids, which weren’t mandatory at the time before the GSR II regulation, and the power was too limited for versatile use, offering only 45 hp and 125 Nm of torque.
Given that the first generation weighed 970 kg, its performance was inadequate, with a 0 to 100 km/h time of 19.1 seconds, and accelerating from 80 to 120 km/h took 26.2 seconds—an eternity.
Fortunately, since 2021, several things about the Spring have changed, starting with its appearance. The engine and battery have also been upgraded, although the range remains the same.
The range of equipment has improved, and as mentioned earlier, prices have also risen significantly. But, as is often the case with cars claiming to be “the cheapest,” it’s essential to compare them with others, even those at higher price points.
We went to check this out for ourselves in the south of France, driving on the roads of the hinterlands of Nice, with our last memory of the Spring being its initial 2021 iteration.
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Technical Specifications
| Model | Dacia Spring (2024) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3.70 m x 1.58 m x 1.51 m |
| Power (horsepower) | 65 horsepower |
| 0 to 100km/h | 13.7 s |
| Level of autonomy | Assisted driving (level 1) |
| Max speed | 125 km/h |
| Main screen size | 10 inches |
| Car-side plug | Type 2 Combo (CCS) |
| Entry-level price | 18900 euros |
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 Maya Singh is a senior editor covering tablets and hybrid devices. Her work explores how these tools reshape digital productivity and learning. She also contributes to feature editorials on emerging tech.
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