{"id":"dacia-spring-essential-2024","model_id":"dacia-spring","variant_name":"Essential","model_year":2024,"battery_capacity_kwh":27.4,"battery_usable_kwh":26.8,"battery_chemistry":"LFP","battery_warranty_years":8,"battery_warranty_km":120000,"range_wltp_km":220,"range_real_world_km":170,"consumption_wltp_kwh_100km":13.9,"ac_charge_power_kw":7.0,"ac_charge_phase":1,"dc_charge_power_kw":30.0,"dc_charge_time_10_80_min":45,"dc_peak_power_kw":30.0,"connector_types":"[\"Type2\", \"CCS2\"]","bidirectional_charging":"[]","motor_type":"permanent magnet","motor_count":1,"drive_type":"FWD","total_power_kw":33.0,"total_torque_nm":125.0,"acceleration_0_100_sec":19.1,"top_speed_kph":125,"weight_curb_kg":984,"weight_gross_kg":1270,"payload_kg":286,"towing_capacity_braked_kg":0,"towing_capacity_unbraked_kg":0,"length_mm":3734,"width_mm":1583,"height_mm":1519,"wheelbase_mm":2423,"ground_clearance_mm":150,"trunk_capacity_liters":308,"trunk_max_liters":1004,"frunk_capacity_liters":0,"data_quality":"unverified","sources":"[]","notes":"Essential trim is the base model - Europe's most affordable EV at €18,900 (Germany).\n\nDespite basic specification, includes:\n- 10\" touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto (2024+)\n- 6 airbags (upgraded from 2 in 2021)\n- Automatic emergency braking (2024+)\n- Lane keeping assist (2024+)\n- LED daytime running lights\n- Electric windows (front)\n- Central locking\n- MY Dacia app connectivity\n\nOmits:\n- Alloy wheels (steel with covers)\n- Rear camera\n- Cruise control\n- Air conditioning (optional €500)\n- Metallic paint\n\nLFP battery chemistry (CATL) provides excellent longevity and cold-weather stability \ncompared to NMC, though energy density is lower. LFP batteries can be charged to 100% \nregularly without degradation concerns.\n\nReal-world range highly dependent on weather:\n- Summer/city: 200-220km\n- Winter/mixed: 140-170km\n- Highway: 150-180km\n\n7kW AC charging means overnight charging at home is practical (empty to full in ~4 hours).\n","created_at":"2026-02-08","updated_at":"2026-02-08","brand":"Dacia","model_name":"Spring","body_style":"hatchback","segment":"A","markets":[{"market_code":"DE","currency":"EUR","price_base":18900,"price_including_vat":18900,"available_from":"2024-03-01","availability_status":"available","notes":"**Germany-Specific Notes:**\n\nThe Dacia Spring is extremely popular in Germany due to:\n1. BAFA subsidy brings price to €14,400 (cheapest new EV)\n2. Low company car tax (0.25% rule = €47/month benefit-in-kind)\n3. No road tax for EVs (€0/year vs €150-300 for ICE)\n4. Low insurance due to affordable replacement cost\n5. Urban parking advantages in many cities\n\n**Best Use Cases:**\n- City commuters (Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Cologne)\n- Second household vehicle\n- Young drivers (affordable insurance)\n- Retirees (low running costs)\n- Delivery/courier services (urban logistics)\n\n**Not Recommended For:**\n- Autobahn long-distance (limited range, 125km/h top speed)\n- Cold climate regions without home charging\n- Single vehicle households\n- Families needing 5+ seats regularly\n\n**Comparison:**\n- vs Fiat 500e: Spring €14,400, 500e ~€25,000 (after subsidy)\n- vs Used Renault Zoe: Similar price, but Zoe offers more range/features\n- vs MG4: MG4 Standard Range €24,000 (after subsidy), but 350km range\n"},{"market_code":"ES","currency":"EUR","price_base":17890,"price_including_vat":17890,"available_from":"2024-03-01","availability_status":"available","notes":"Dacia Spring Essential is the most affordable new EV in Spain at €17,890.\nPrices include 21% IVA. Electric motor with 45 hp, 26.8 kWh battery.\n230 km WLTP range. Ideal for urban commuting.\nAvailable through Dacia's Spanish dealer network.\n"},{"market_code":"FR","currency":"EUR","price_base":16900,"notes":"The Dacia Spring Essential features the Electric 45 motorization (33 kW / 45 hp) with 26.8 kWh battery offering 220 km WLTP range. Entry-level trim with essential equipment including 7-inch digital instruments, Media Control, and GSR2-compliant safety features."},{"market_code":"IT","currency":"EUR","price_base":17900,"notes":"Dacia Spring is Italy's most affordable electric car at €17,900. The 2024 facelift brings improved design, better safety features (6 airbags vs 2 previously), and new 10\" touchscreen. Expression trim (Essential) includes: LED daytime running lights, manual climate control, 10\" touchscreen with smartphone mirroring, 6 airbags, automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, traffic sign recognition, rear parking sensors.  Urban-focused city car with 220km WLTP range and 45 CV (33 kW) motor. Popular for city driving in Rome, Milan, and Turin. Free ZTL access in historic city centers."},{"market_code":"NL","currency":"EUR","price_base":18000,"notes":"The Dacia Spring Essential is the entry-level trim of the Spring electric city car. Features 70 pk (52 kW) motor, 23 kWh battery with 226 km WLTP range, AC charging 2.3-7 kW (DC fast charging not available on this variant). Includes Media Control, LED daytime running lights, rear parking sensors, 7\" digital instrument panel."},{"market_code":"PL","currency":"PLN","price_base":73500,"price_including_vat":73500,"available_from":"2024-03-01","availability_status":"available"}]}