The new Dongfeng EX1 Nano Box has been presented in China. This small 100% electric SUV is related to the Dacia Spring. However, and unlike the Dacia electric, it boasts a more luxurious interior and extensive technological equipment.
The Dacia spring It has established itself in a short space of time as one of the most popular electric cars in Europe. Dacia’s very interesting proposal for an unpretentious electric car, with fair but acceptable equipment, acceptable performance and, above all, an affordable sale price, is reaping notable commercial success.
One of the weak points of the Spring is, without a doubt, the quality of its finishes and interior adjustments. However, Would a more luxurious and technological Dacia Spring make sense? The truth is that in distant China, the country where the Dacia model is manufactured, there are numerous alternatives to the Spring. Moreover, a new model has just been presented as a result of the development carried out in its day by the Renault Group. The Dongfeng EX1 Nano Box.
The “Chinese brothers and cousins” of the Dacia Spring
In 2019, the Renault City K-ZE was presented to society. A small electric car created by and for China. A vehicle concept that ended up landing in Europe under the Dacia brand. In Chinese territory, Dongfeng, a former partner of the Renault Group, also benefited from this development to offer different alternatives under its own brands. From City K-ZE came the Dongfeng Aeolux EX1, Dongfeng Fengguang E1, Dongfeng Fengxing T1 and Dongfeng Venucia E30 EV..
The latest model of this particular series is ready to storm Chinese showrooms. The new EX1 Nano Box has burst onto the scene to offer a more luxurious and technological option to deal daily with the huge cities of the Asian country. Interestingly, and despite the enormous differences that exist, the dongfeng new electric It sports a front similar to that of the Dacia model.
The grille is thin and outlined by a simple black stripe. The optical groups are divided and the upper part stands out for playing the role of lighting for daytime driving. Some lights that use LED technology. The main headlights, located in a lower position, have a white trim. Also worth mentioning is the bumper.
The technological interior of the new Dongfeng EX1 Nano Box
Leaving aside the outside, if we go inside inside the new EX1 Nano Box we will find a more digital and connected cabin. The differences with respect to the interior of the Spring are remarkable. It is equipped with a fully digital instrument panel and a generously sized touch screen that crowns the center console. Just below the screen for the multimedia system is the climate control module and a rotary control for the gear selector.
It is also possible to glimpse some more careful finishes and adjustments. It is to be expected that hard plastics will be protagonists, but the choice of colors makes for a more cheerful and comfortable environment.
dongfeng He has not gone into details about the propulsion system, although there will likely be no news. In the same way, images of the rear have not been published either. Soon all the details will be announced. There are no plans to bring a more luxurious and technological version of the current Spring. Moreover, the Renault Group recently confirmed that the new generation of the Dacia Spring will be a reality in 2024. A launch that has been brought forward due to the commercial success obtained.
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