The Dacia Spring 2026 officially made its debut in 2026. Energy is supplied by a 27.5 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 250 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces Front-wheel drive 60 kW (80 hp), enabling an acceleration of 12.1 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 130 km/h (81 mph). Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 20000 USD.
Shifting focus to the alternative, the BYD Dolphin Active was officially introduced in April 2023. At its core, it features a 44.9 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 340 km. The powertrain configuration delivers Front-wheel drive 70 kW (95 hp), enabling an acceleration of 10 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 30000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | 2026 | April 2023 |
| Release date | 2026 | July 2023 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 60 kW (80 hp) | Front-wheel drive 70 kW (95 hp) |
| Torque | 175 Nm (129 lb-ft) | 180 Nm (133 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 12.1 sec 0-100 km/h | 10 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 130 km/h (81 mph) | 150 km/h (93 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 27.5 kWh usable | 44.9 kWh usable |
| Battery type | Liquid-cooled Li-ion LFP (400V type) | Liquid-cooled Li-ion LFP battery |
| Driving range | 250 km | 340 km |
| Consumption | 13.1 kWh/100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | No | Yes |
| Home charging | 3.3 kW, 15-80% in 9 h - 6.6 kW, 15-80% in 5 h 40 min - 7 kW, 15-80% in 2 h 55 min - Type 2 11/22 kW, 15-80% in 1 h 55 min | Type 2 7.4 kW, 0-100% in 7 h 18 min |
| Charging station | CCS 50 kW, 20-80% in 28 min | CCS 60 kW, 10-80% in 38 min |
| Additional | V2L (vehicle to load) | - |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door hatchback, 2/4 seats | 5 door hatchback, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 3855 x 1722 x 1519 mm (151.8 x 67.8 x 59.8 in) | 4290 x 1770 x 1570 mm (168.9 x 69.7 x 61.8 in) |
| Weight | 1212 kg unladen | 1506 kg unladen, 1916 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R15, R16 | R16, R17 |
| Trunk volume | 337 l, 1283 l max | 345 l, 1310 l max |
| Front trunk | 18 L | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 10.1 inches touchscreen | 12.8" rotating touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 7 inches | 5" |
| Head-up display | No | No |
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Comfort
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| Seats | No heated seats | Heated front seats |
| Roof | No glass roof | Panoramic glass roof, fixed |
| Parking aids | Rear sensors, reversing camera, rear park assist | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | - |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front airbags, side airbags (front/rear) | 6 airbags: front, side, rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving aids | Advanced emergency braking system with vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, and motorcycle detection, traffic sign recognition with speed alert, lane change alert, lane keeping assist, driver attention warning | Front radar, multiple cameras. Blind Spot Warning, High Beam Assist, Lane departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Front/Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Front/Rear Cross Traffic Brake, Traffic Sign Recognition, Automatic Emergency Braking System |
| Crash tests | - | 5 stars |
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Misc
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| Price | 20000 USD | 30000 USD |