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Dacia Boosts EV Push with Euro-Made Spring Model
8 Sep
Summary
- New Dacia Spring model to be manufactured in Europe, not China.
- European production allows eligibility for French EV subsidies.
- New Spring aims to broaden appeal with larger size and rugged design.
Dacia is strategically repositioning its popular Spring electric vehicle by introducing a new, larger version manufactured in Europe. This crucial change aims to unlock eligibility for French government subsidies, which previously excluded the China-produced original model. By shifting production to Slovenia, Dacia can now appeal to a wider demographic seeking affordable EVs, especially in its largest market, France.
The new Spring, built on the same platform as the Renault Twingo, boasts an extended size and a more robust design, intended to enhance its market appeal. This European manufacturing also helps avoid European Union tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles, maintaining competitive pricing against a growing field of Chinese EV manufacturers entering the European market.
Deliveries for the new Dacia Spring are scheduled to commence in early 2027, with pricing starting at €17,900. This move signifies Dacia's commitment to expanding its electric offerings, with plans to introduce four EV models by 2030, reinforcing its identity as a provider of accessible mobility solutions.
