Dacia Spring's Mirror Light Signature: Frugal Engineering as Design Method
Unveiled today, the second-generation Dacia Spring showcases a design where half of its light signature is mirrored. The lower part of each headlamp reflects the LED strip positioned above, demonstrating Dacia's commitment to economical engineering. The rear badge is crafted from the trim strip, while protective panels utilize self-colored plastic. This model marks the first of four all-electric vehicles that Dacia, a subsidiary of Renault Group, aims to launch by 2030. Built on the RG-EV platform, it succeeds a previous model that sold over 210,000 units since 2021. The new Spring measures 15 cm longer and 18 cm wider, weighs 1,212 kg, consumes 12.7 kWh per 100 km, and features a 27.5 kWh battery for a range of up to 250 km WLTP. The boot capacity is 337 litres, expandable to 1,283 litres. Development was completed in under two years.
Key facts
- The new Dacia Spring uses a mirror instead of a lamp for half its light signature.
- The lower section of each headlamp is angled at 45 degrees to reflect the LED strip above.
- The car is the first of four all-electric models Dacia has confirmed by 2030.
- It replaces a model that sold over 210,000 units in over 40 countries since 2021.
- The new Spring is 15 cm longer and 18 cm wider than the previous model.
- It is assembled at the Novo Mesto plant in Slovenia.
- The car weighs 1,212 kg and consumes 12.7 kWh per 100 km.
- The LFP battery has 27.5 kWh usable capacity for up to 250 km WLTP.
- Boot space is 337 litres, expanding to 1,283 litres with seats folded.
- It is the only A-segment EV with an optional frunk.
- Development took under two years.
- Rear windows pop outward on a hinge, a compromise criticized by reviewers.
Entities
Institutions
- Dacia
- Renault Group
- Renault
- Novo Mesto plant
Locations
- Europe
- Slovenia