Orders open for the new Dacia Spring
Dacia officially opened the order books for the updated Spring. Once known as a modest city runabout, the 2026 refresh brings more fundamental changes than a simple facelift. Prices start at around €14,490, keeping the Spring firmly in the affordable electric car bracket.
The biggest shift sits beneath the floor.
LFP battery technology arrives
The new Dacia Spring becomes the first model within the Renault Group portfolio to adopt lithium iron phosphate battery chemistry. Capacity drops slightly to 24.3 kWh from the previous 26.8 kWh, yet improved efficiency keeps the WLTP range at 225 kilometres.
For urban use, that figure remains realistic. According to Dacia, 75 percent of Spring owners drive less than 30 kilometres per day. In that context, 225 kilometres covers nearly a week of commuting without plugging in.
LFP cells also tolerate regular charging to 100 percent far better than traditional lithium ion batteries, easing concerns about long term degradation. Running costs should stay reassuringly low.
More power, sharper responses
The old 45 horsepower entry motor makes way for the Electric 70, delivering 52 kW or 70 horsepower. Acceleration improves noticeably, and motorway merges no longer require forward planning worthy of a chess match.
Above it sits the Electric 100, producing 75 kW or 100 horsepower. For a car of this size, that is a meaningful figure. The 0 to 100 km/h sprint takes under 10 seconds, brisk enough to reframe the Spring as more than a cautious city pod.
DC fast charging at up to 40 kW allows the battery to go from 20 to 80 percent in 29 minutes, a practical solution for urban top ups.
Structural and chassis upgrades
Dacia engineers addressed earlier criticism with tangible hardware changes. For the first time, the Spring gains a front anti roll bar, improving stability in corners. The central structure has been reinforced to accommodate the new cell to pack battery layout, which also increases overall body rigidity.
Expression and Extreme trims now include 15 inch wheels as standard, enhancing road holding and comfort on uneven surfaces.
Visually, the Spring adopts a Y shaped lighting signature reminiscent of the latest Duster. Inside, the transformation is more dramatic. A new 10 inch touchscreen dominates the dashboard, and the Extreme version features the Media Nav Live system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
V2L capability allows the battery to power external devices, from a coffee machine to power tools. Despite compact dimensions, the boot offers 308 litres of capacity, a class leading figure on paper.
Mandatory driver assistance systems, including lane keeping assist, traffic sign recognition and autonomous emergency braking, now form part of the package, bringing the Spring in line with current safety regulations.
The formula remains simple. Keep it affordable, keep it efficient, and add just enough technology to feel contemporary. The Spring still does not pretend to be premium. It simply grows up without losing its price advantage.
