Dacia Electric: Upcoming Models in 2026 and 2027

Dacia has built its reputation—from the Duster to the Sandero—on a simple promise: pay for the essentials, nothing more. The brand is now applying this formula to electric vehicles, and its entry-level lineup is set to undergo major changes by 2027. The Spring has just undergone a major redesign, and two new models are in the works: a raised city car, the Evader, and a budget-friendly microcar, the Hipster. Here’s a rundown of what’s been confirmed, what’s still just a rumor, and how it will affect your budget.

What are Dacia’s upcoming electric models?

Three models are shaping Dacia’s electric lineup. The restyled Spring is already available, featuring a new battery and two motor options. The Evader, a city car with the look of a small SUV, is expected in late 2026 for a 2027 launch. Finally, the Hipster, a micro-city car priced under €15,000, is also slated for 2027. They all have one thing in common: they’re designed to remain among the most affordable electric vehicles on the market. Dacia is keeping hybrid powertrains for its SUVs and reserving fully electric models for its city cars.

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Why Dacia Is Electrifying Its Entry-Level Models

Dacia’s strategy is crystal clear. While most brands are moving upmarket and raising prices, the Romanian brand is targeting the niche left vacant: truly affordable electric vehicles, priced below €20,000—or even €15,000. The Spring proved that there is a market for a no-frills electric city car. The Evader and the Hipster extend this logic, each in its own way: one by branching out into the small SUV segment, the other by embracing a minimalist quadricycle design. Even if it means cutting back on features and range, at the risk of sometimes disappointing buyers. But for many buyers, price will take precedence over everything else.

Dacia Spring 2026: The Electric City Car Gets a Makeover

The Spring has never been more refined. For 2026, Dacia is adopting a 24.3 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery—a first for the Renault Group. The range is still rated at 225 km (WLTP), but with two powertrain options that are finally credible: 70 ch or 100 ch, with the latter offering a 20% improvement in acceleration between 80 and 120 km/h. That should make merging onto the highway less nerve-wracking. The starting price is still around €16,900, making it the least expensive new electric car on the market. The key point to watch: 225 km is calibrated for city and suburban driving, not for long trips. For a second family car or daily urban use, it’s hard to find a more suitable option at this price point.

Dacia Evader: the upcoming electric city car based on the Twingo

Let’s be clear from the start: Dacia hasn’t officially confirmed anything about this model yet. According to the automotive press, the Evader is said to be a small electric Dacia with a mini-SUV look, built on the Renault Twingo E-Tech platform and produced alongside it in Slovenia. The figures circulating suggest 82 ch, a 27.5 kWh battery, and a range of approximately 263 km (WLTP), with a target price of around 18,000 €. It is expected to be unveiled in the fall of 2026, around the time of the Paris Motor Show, with sales set to begin in 2027. This information should be taken with a grain of salt until the brand confirms it.

Dacia Hipster: the electric micro-city car for under €15,000

This is the most radical of the three. Unveiled in 2025 as a concept car, the Hipster takes the low-cost approach to the extreme: three meters long, weighing less than 800 kilos, seating four, and boasting a deliberately minimalist design. Dacia is planning to classify it as a heavy quadricycle (L7e category), which can be driven with a standard driver’s license (Class B), a status that allows it to target a starting price of around €13,000. In terms of range, the manufacturer cites 200 km for the concept, but the production version is expected to have a range of less than 150 km. Produced in China, it is expected to launch in 2027. The challenge: convincing consumers that driving an electric vehicle can cost the same as a used gasoline-powered city car.

Summary table of Dacia’s new electric models

Model	Status	WLTP Range	Estimated Price
Dacia Spring 2026	Available	225 km	Starting at €16,900
Dacia Evader	Expected (unofficial)	263 km (announced)	approximately 18,000 € (estimated)
Dacia Hipster	Concept, scheduled for 2027	150 to 200 km (claimed range)	Approx. 13,000 € (estimated)

Sources: Dacia (press releases and official website for the Spring and the Hipster concept), L’Argus, Automobile-Propre, accessed in June 2026. The figures for the Evader and the Hipster are not final.

How much will these electric Dacias cost?

The 2026 Spring remains the entry-level model, starting at €16,900. The Evader is expected to cost around €18,000, and the Hipster around €13,000, but these prices are not set in stone. In addition to these list prices, subsidies may apply: depending on your income and the model, the electric vehicle purchase incentive—paid through the Energy Savings Certificates (CEE) program—can sometimes reduce the total cost by several thousand euros. The amounts change frequently, so be sure to check your eligibility at the time of purchase. We cover all the details in our guide to purchase incentives.

Should you wait for the Evader, or go for the Spring now?

If you’ll be driving mainly in the city, the decision is easy: the Spring 2026 is here, tried and tested, and no one else offers a lower price. Waiting until 2027 for a Hipster that’s still just a concept is betting on a timeline that Dacia hasn’t set in stone. The Evader might be worth the wait if you’re looking for a bit more space and the look of a small SUV, but again, nothing is official until the Paris Motor Show. Our take: buy the Spring if you need one today, keep an eye on the Evader if you can wait, and consider the Hipster a promise, not a certainty. In any case, be wary of “post-subsidy” price listings: they assume eligibility that not everyone has, and amounts that are likely to change by the time the car is released.

Charging an Electric Dacia: What You Need to Know

With batteries ranging from 24 to 28 kWh, electric Dacias charge quickly and are designed primarily for everyday use: one to two charges per week are enough for most drivers. At home, an overnight charge using a high-capacity outlet or a wallbox fully charges the battery. For longer trips, fast charging is key. At Electra fast-charging stations, the charging points deliver up to 400 kW, and charging starts automatically thanks to Autocharge—no card or app required. Given its small battery, a Dacia regains most of its range in about fifteen minutes. On a long weekend, plan for one or two breaks—quick stops if you stick to a dense and powerful network. That’s where choosing the right charging provider matters almost as much as choosing the right car. To keep costs down, there are two subscription plans:

Electra+ Essential: €1.99/month with no commitment, a discount of €0.10/kWh on every charge from the Electra network.

Electra+ Smart: €4.99/month with no commitment, a €0.20/kWh discount on every charge on the Electra network.

Find Electra fast-charging stations on the map, and details about the plans on the Electra+ subscription page .

Frequently Asked Questions About Electric Dacias

What’s the next electric Dacia?

The Spring 2026 is already available. Next up is the Evader, expected in late 2026 for a 2027 launch, followed by the Hipster, scheduled for 2027.

What will the price of the Dacia Hipster be?

Dacia is aiming for a starting price of around €13,000. This figure is not final: the Hipster is still a concept at this stage, with production expected to begin in 2027.

What is the range of the 2026 Dacia Spring?

225 km on the WLTP cycle, thanks to its new 24.3 kWh LFP battery. Expect slightly less range on the highway and in very cold weather.

What is the cheapest electric Dacia?

The 2026 Dacia Spring, starting at €16,900, remains the cheapest new electric car on the market. The Hipster, expected in 2027, aims even lower, at around €13,000.

Is the Dacia Spring being replaced?

No. The Spring remains in the lineup. The Evader and the Hipster will complement Dacia’s electric lineup, not replace it.

Key Takeaways

Dacia is accelerating its push into electric vehicles without compromising on its promise of low prices. The 2026 Spring, in better shape than ever, remains the safest bet right now and the least expensive on the market. The Evader and the Hipster—still to be confirmed—are expected to expand the lineup both upmarket and downmarket, ranging from a small SUV to a micro-city car. Our advice: if you mainly drive in the city, the Spring is more than enough; for everyone else, it’s best to wait until Dacia officially announces the two new models before making any plans.

To find Electra stations near you, download the app from the App Store or Google Play. And to reduce the cost of each charge,the Electra+ Smart subscription quickly pays for itself, even for a small city car.