Dacia Spring
Dacia Spring Expression Electric 70
The Dacia Spring Expression Electric 70 is among the more affordable hatchbacks in this comparison. An earlier Dacia Spring received 1 star in Euro NCAP testing; check the tested version and equipment before applying that rating to this car.
What owners say: Excellent value proposition as the UK's cheapest new car, starting under £13,800 and democratizing EV ownership. Real-world range significantly trails WLTP estimates; expect 80-100 miles in mixed conditions and as low as 60-80 miles in winter.
MSRP
£11,990
Used from £10,999 · £11,149 avg
Range
139 mi
Battery
24kWh
Charge
40kW
Specifications
Dimensions
Data notes
MethodologyDistinctive measurements from verified UK catalogue data.
- Uses 124 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
- At 3,701 mm, shorter than 80% of hatchback EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 9.6 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of hatchback EVs in our database.
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6.8/10
6 reviews
Euro NCAP Safety
Tested 2025
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Excellent value proposition as the UK's cheapest new car, starting under £13,800 and democratizing EV ownership
- Ideal as a second car or city runabout with tight turning circle under 5 meters and lightweight design under 1,000kg
- Simple, utilitarian design with manual controls (physical key, handbrake, switches) appeals to owners seeking straightforward functionality
Watch Out For
- Real-world range significantly trails WLTP estimates; expect 80-100 miles in mixed conditions and as low as 60-80 miles in winter
- Base 45hp model is dangerously underpowered for motorway use with 19-20 second 0-60 times and unsafe acceleration on slip roads
- Poor interior quality with cheap hard plastics, tinny door closures, and sparse cabin materials throughout
Owner Tips
- Choose the 65hp or 100hp variant if considering purchase; the base 45hp model lacks sufficient power for safe motorway driving
- Expect realistic range of 4 mi/kWh in real-world conditions and plan around 80 miles in winter, not the 140-186 mile WLTP figures
- Best suited as a second vehicle for local commuting, school runs, and short urban trips requiring domestic charging access
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Used Dacia Spring Expression Electric 70 Listings
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Size Overview
Length
3.70m
Width
1.58m
Height
1.49m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
LFP chemistry - excellent longevity, safe to charge to 100%
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the Dacia Spring Expression Electric 70 is estimated to retain around 95.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 113 miles in summer and 83 miles in winter. After 5 years, the Dacia Spring Expression Electric 70 is estimated to retain around 93.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 111 miles in summer and 82 miles in winter. After 8 years, the Dacia Spring Expression Electric 70 is estimated to retain around 90.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 107 miles in summer and 79 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery. LFP batteries can safely be charged to 100% without accelerating degradation.
Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.
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Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £220/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £144/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).
Used prices by year
Asking prices seen at UK independent EV dealers in the last 8 weeks
| Year | Median | Range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £11,149 | £10,283 to £12,255 | 4 |
Years with fewer than 2 listings in that time are left out.
Buyer's guide
Used Dacia Spring buyer's guide
A used Dacia Spring buyer’s guide: the 45, 65, 70 and 100 versions, the steering-rack recall, the one-star safety rating, battery warranty left, real-world range, what owners report, what to pay against a new one and a printable checklist.
7 min read
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Report incorrect specDacia Spring Extreme Electric 100
The Dacia Spring Extreme Electric 100 is one of the more affordable hatchbacks you can buy. It scored only 1 star in Euro NCAP crash testing, worth weighing if safety is a priority.
What owners say: Excellent value proposition as the UK's cheapest new car, starting under £13,800 and democratizing EV ownership. Real-world range significantly trails WLTP estimates; expect 80-100 miles in mixed conditions and as low as 60-80 miles in winter.
MSRP
£12,990
Range
139 mi
Battery
24kWh
Charge
40kW
Specifications
Dimensions
Data notes
MethodologyDistinctive measurements from verified UK catalogue data.
- Uses 124 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
- One of 34 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- At 3,701 mm, shorter than 80% of hatchback EVs in our UK catalogue.
EVcarsguide Scores
Ranked against similar EVs
Scores calculated from verified specs. How it works
See rankingsEuro NCAP Safety
Tested 2025
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Excellent value proposition as the UK's cheapest new car, starting under £13,800 and democratizing EV ownership
- Ideal as a second car or city runabout with tight turning circle under 5 meters and lightweight design under 1,000kg
- Simple, utilitarian design with manual controls (physical key, handbrake, switches) appeals to owners seeking straightforward functionality
Watch Out For
- Real-world range significantly trails WLTP estimates; expect 80-100 miles in mixed conditions and as low as 60-80 miles in winter
- Base 45hp model is dangerously underpowered for motorway use with 19-20 second 0-60 times and unsafe acceleration on slip roads
- Poor interior quality with cheap hard plastics, tinny door closures, and sparse cabin materials throughout
Owner Tips
- Choose the 65hp or 100hp variant if considering purchase; the base 45hp model lacks sufficient power for safe motorway driving
- Expect realistic range of 4 mi/kWh in real-world conditions and plan around 80 miles in winter, not the 140-186 mile WLTP figures
- Best suited as a second vehicle for local commuting, school runs, and short urban trips requiring domestic charging access
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Size Overview
Length
3.70m
Width
1.58m
Height
1.49m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
LFP chemistry - excellent longevity, safe to charge to 100%
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the Dacia Spring Extreme Electric 100 is estimated to retain around 95.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 112 miles in summer and 83 miles in winter. After 5 years, the Dacia Spring Extreme Electric 100 is estimated to retain around 93.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 110 miles in summer and 81 miles in winter. After 8 years, the Dacia Spring Extreme Electric 100 is estimated to retain around 90.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 106 miles in summer and 79 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 161,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery. LFP batteries can safely be charged to 100% without accelerating degradation.
Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.
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Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £233/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £152/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).
Used prices by year
Asking prices seen at UK independent EV dealers in the last 8 weeks
| Year | Median | Range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £11,149 | £10,283 to £12,255 | 4 |
Years with fewer than 2 listings in that time are left out.
Buyer's guide
Used Dacia Spring buyer's guide
A used Dacia Spring buyer’s guide: the 45, 65, 70 and 100 versions, the steering-rack recall, the one-star safety rating, battery warranty left, real-world range, what owners report, what to pay against a new one and a printable checklist.
7 min read
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Specs sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed.
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