Dacia's All-New Spring Teased: Successor on CMF-B Platform

Dacia teases a new generation of its city EV

Dacia has officially teased the next-generation Spring, signaling a fresh chapter for the Romanian brand's most affordable electric car. The short press release revealed little beyond the name "New Spring," but confirmed two headline facts: the model will be built in Europe and it will share underpinnings with Renault’s latest Twingo E-Tech.

From budget success to a European-made successor

Launched in 2021, the original Dacia Spring became an unexpected hit in Europe, selling about 210,000 units and helping Dacia establish a foothold in the mass-market EV segment. The new Spring looks designed to build on that momentum by moving production closer to buyers and using a modern, shared platform that should improve packaging, driving manners and cost efficiency.

Platform and engineering: CMF-B meets AmpR Small

The upcoming Spring will ride on Renault’s CMF-B architecture adapted for small electric cars — the so-called AmpR Small layout. This is the same architecture underpinning the fourth-generation Renault Twingo E-Tech assembled in Novo Mesto, Slovenia. Other recent small EVs using the CMF-B derivatives include the Renault 4 E-Tech, 5 E-Tech, Nissan Micra EV and the Alpine A290, which highlights the platform’s flexibility for low-cost subcompact electric vehicles.

Key engineering points:

• Shared AmpR Small / CMF-B architecture for compact packaging
• Front-motor, front-wheel-drive layout (city-car focused)
• Platform optimized for low-cost LFP battery packs

Design cues from teasers

A previous teaser showed the New Spring under wrap, revealing a more crossover-inspired silhouette and sharper bodylines than the outgoing model. The latest image teases part of the rear end: a distinctive taillight pattern, a centrally mounted Dacia badge on the tailgate, and new “Spring” and “Electric” badges to the left. Rear three-quarter panels and the tailgate appear more angular, and the bumper hints at a sportier character compared with the current Spring.

Estimated powertrain and range

Dacia appears to be sticking to a single-motor, entry-level recipe. Rumors point to an 81 hp (approximately 60 kW) electric motor with about 175 Nm (129 lb-ft) of torque. Energy storage is expected to be a 27.5 kWh lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack — a chemistry favored for cost, longevity and safety in affordable EVs.

Range and performance (unofficial/estimated):

• Motor: ~81 hp / 175 Nm
• Battery: ~27.5 kWh LFP
• Estimated range: around 150 miles (240 km)

These figures should make the New Spring a credible urban commuter, optimized for daily city runs and short suburban trips rather than long-distance travel.

Price positioning and market timing

Dacia hasn’t confirmed pricing or the official debut date, but industry whispers suggest the New Spring could start at roughly €18,000 in Europe (about $21,000 at current rates). That would keep it competitive in the entry-level EV market, undercutting many rivals while offering modern platform benefits and European manufacturing — two strong selling points.

Quote highlight: “New Spring” is the name on Dacia’s brief release, but the teased details point to an evolution rather than a radical reinvention of their budget EV formula.

Where this fits in the market

Dacia’s strategy remains clear: deliver an affordable, no-frills electric city car that meets everyday needs. By leveraging Renault Group’s CMF-B family and producing in Europe, Dacia can improve local supply chains, tighten quality control and respond faster to European demand — all while protecting the Spring’s core appeal: price and practicality.

Highlights:

• European production and modern Renault Group platform
• City-focused range and modest power for affordable ownership
• Design moves toward a sharper, crossover-influenced look

Expect Dacia to reveal full specs and pricing in the coming weeks or months. For buyers seeking a pragmatic, low-cost EV for urban life, the New Spring could remain one of the most compelling options in the European market.