#affordable-ev

#affordable-ev

Dacia's new city EV will be sold alongside the recently updated Spring. The new electric model will be built in Europe and share its underpinnings with the Renault Twingo. Dacia will reveal the model in the second quarter of 2026. Romanian car manufacturer Dacia currently sells the Spring, one of Europe's most affordable electric cars. But that compact city EV is built in Wuhan, China, through a Renault-Dongfeng joint venture and is imported into Europe.

The Volkswagen ID. Polo brings back proper buttons. That's a welcome change compared to the outgoing ID-branded EVs. There's a row of buttons under the central touchscreen, physical controls for all of the windows, and dedicated buttons for volume and track adjustment. Buttons are back in fashion at Volkswagen, and it all starts with the new ID. Polo subcompact electric car, which will go on sale in Europe in April and is expected to start from less than $30,000 (25,000).

The hacker hinted at a vehicle with a significantly simplified cabin, downgraded components, and cost-saving measures. Simple and affordable As per the longtime Tesla hacker, the Model Y E41 will have its own distinct fascia. The vehicle will also have a cabin that's notably more minimal than the standard Model Y. Key changes reportedly include a fiberglass headliner, simplified cabin lighting limited to the footwell, single-axis seat controls, and no power folding mirrors.

Volkswagen has unveiled the ID. Cross Concept, a compact electric SUV designed to represent the brand's next step in making electric vehicles more accessible and practical for everyday use. Set to debut at the IAA Mobility show in Munich in September 2025, the ID. Cross Concept stands out as a fresh interpretation of Volkswagen's electric ambitions, combining affordability, comfort, and a modern design language that balances tradition with innovation.

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N features dual-motor all-wheel drive, delivering up to 641 horsepower and 568 pound-feet of torque, emphasizing its performance capabilities.