DACIA SPRING - THE BIG REVIEW ON THE SMALL ELECTRIC CAR WE HAVE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR

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The Dacia Spring is presented as a groundbreaking electric city car, challenging the notion that EVs must be expensive. The reviewer highlights its competitive pricing, starting at £14,995, which is on par with many combustion engine city cars, effectively eliminating the price compromise. Key strengths include its robust and practical design, featuring durable, scratch-resistant exterior plastics and a well-built, easy-to-clean interior. The reviewer praises the thoughtful design elements that keep costs down without sacrificing perceived quality, such as the Y-shaped lighting signature and the gloss black/matte black rear panel. Practicality is also a strong point, with a surprisingly spacious boot for its class and ample storage in the front cabin. The driving experience is described as light and easy, particularly in urban environments, with a tight turning circle making it exceptionally maneuverable. The reviewer also dispels concerns about motorway usability, finding the 65hp model perfectly acceptable at 70mph, though acknowledging it's not ideal for long daily commutes. The reviewer notes the limited charging speed (30kW max) as a potential drawback for longer journeys, but counters this with the convenience of home charging and the unique bidirectional charging capability. The main criticisms are the restricted rear space, comparable to smaller city cars, and the recommendation to opt for the more powerful 65hp model. Overall, the Dacia Spring is lauded as a compelling, no-compromise electric car that makes EV ownership accessible and practical for everyday use.