The Dacia Spring is Europe's most affordable electric car — launching in the UK in 2024 at under £15,000. A small city EV built on a platform derived from the Renault Kwid, it offers a 140-mile WLTP range and genuine EV ownership at a budget price. Competing with the Renault 5 E-Tech and Citroën ë-C3, it's targeted at urban drivers making the switch to electric without the premium price tag. Being a very new model in the UK, significant fault patterns are yet to emerge.
Quick Facts — Dacia Spring
Common Engines
Electric (45ps / 65ps)
6 Most Common Dacia Spring Problems
These are the faults most frequently seen on the Dacia Spring by UK garages — ranked by how commonly they occur and what they cost to fix.
The Spring charges at a maximum of 6.6 kW on AC and 30 kW on DC — significantly slower than most rivals. This limits its usefulness on longer journeys and means overnight home charging takes around 4–5 hours.
💷 Typical repair cost: N/A — design characteristic
Real-world range in cold UK winters can drop to 80–100 miles from the quoted 140 miles WLTP — typical for a small EV battery but important to note for buyers.
💷 Typical repair cost: N/A — design characteristic
The 12V auxiliary battery can fail on EVs — causing random electrical faults and preventing the car from powering on.
💷 Typical repair cost: £80–£200
Some Spring owners report minor infotainment glitches — software updates resolve most cases.
💷 Typical repair cost: £0–£100
Rear brake squeal after standing is common on all EVs due to surface rust on brake discs.
💷 Typical repair cost: £0–£200
The Spring's interior plastics reflect its budget positioning — some owners find certain components feel less durable than expected.
💷 Typical repair cost: £0 — design characteristic
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Dacia Spring — MOT Tips
All EV high-voltage warning lights must be clear for MOT. 12V auxiliary battery health is critical — a failed 12V can prevent the car powering on. As a very new UK model, most Springs are under Dacia's warranty. Charging port must operate correctly.
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Dacia Spring Tyres
Most Dacia Spring models run 165/70 R14 depending on trim level and year. Always check the placard inside the driver's door for the exact size for your vehicle.
Summary
The Spring is a genuinely affordable entry point into EV ownership — perfect for urban commuters covering under 80 miles per day. Range limitations in winter are the main practical consideration. Charging speed is slower than rivals but adequate for overnight home charging. Most UK examples are very new and under warranty.
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