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Dacia Spring facelift 2022 26.8 kWh (65 Hp) Electric
Overall Rating
Dacia Spring:
The Renault Kwid is a crossover city car produced by the French car manufacturer Renault, initially intended for the Indian market and launched in 2015. In 2017, an improved Brazilian version was introduced for Latin American markets. Its battery electric version, named Renault City K-ZE, was launched in 2019, being manufactured in China and exported to Europe since 2021 as the Dacia Spring Electric and to Latin America since 2022 as Renault Kwid E-Tech.
The Kwid was developed under the project code BBA. It is the first car to be based on the new CMF-A platform jointly developed by Renault and Nissan. It is slightly longer but narrower than Renault's smallest conventional vehicle, the Twingo with a high sitting position and a 180 mm ride height....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2022 Overview:
Dacia Spring (facelift 2022). Weighing only 975 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.7 s). The top speed reaches 125 km/h. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
26.8 kWh (65 Hp) Electric Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A noticeable improvement over the 45 Hp version, providing slightly more confidence for suburban roads and occasional faster traffic, though still primarily city-focused.
Fuel Economy
Maintains excellent energy efficiency, offering a good balance between improved performance and economical operation for daily commutes.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extremely affordable entry point to EV ownership
- • Compact dimensions make it excellent for city driving and parking
- • Low running costs due to electric powertrain efficiency
- • Surprisingly practical trunk space for its size (290-631L)
- • Simple, robust design focused on utility
Cons:
- • Very poor 1-star Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Modest performance, especially the 45 Hp version, limits highway usability
- • Basic interior quality and limited features compared to rivals
- • Relatively slow charging speeds for DC fast charging
- • Limited range for longer journeys, primarily a city car
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(facelift 2024: April, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dacia |
| Model: | Spring |
| Generation: | facelift 2022 |
| Modification (Engine): | 26.8 kWh (65 Hp) Electric |
| Start of production: | January, 2023 |
| End of production: | April, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Crossover |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 125 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15 kg/Hp, 66.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.6 kg/Nm, 115.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 975 |
| Max. weight: | 1300 |
| Max load: | 325 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1100 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 290 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3734 mm mm [33mm more] |
| Width: | 1579 mm mm [4mm less] |
| Height: | 1513 mm mm [6mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2423 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1770 mm |
| Front track: | 1385 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1365 mm |
| Front overhang: | 692 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 619 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 151 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 238 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum, 170 mm [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 165/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 26.8 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Under the rear seats |
| System power: | 65 Hp @ 4060-6000 rpm. |
| System torque: | 113 Nm @ 500-4060 rpm. |
| All-electric range: | 220 km |
| Electric motor power: | 65 Hp @ 4060-6000 rpm. |
| Electric motor Torque: | 113 Nm @ 500-4060 rpm. |
| Average Energy consumption: | 14.5 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 14.5 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 220 km |
| Battery weight: | 186 kg |
If you could change one thing about the Dacia Spring, what would it be?