Dacia just unveiled the Hipster Concept, and this tiny electric car is about to change everything you thought you knew about affordable EVs. At just three meters long and weighing under 800 kilograms, this ultra-compact electric vehicle manages to fit four full-sized adults and offers up to 500 liters of boot space. The Hipster Concept targets a price point under 15,000 pounds, making it potentially the most affordable electric car on the European market.
This concept car takes a completely different approach to electric mobility by focusing on what drivers actually need rather than what the industry thinks they want. With its boxy design, fabric door straps, sliding windows, and smartphone integration, the Hipster strips away unnecessary features to deliver pure functionality. Dacia aims to halve the carbon footprint over the vehicle's entire lifecycle compared to today's best electric vehicles by using lightweight materials and right-sized battery technology.
The interior features the innovative YouClip system with 11 anchor points throughout the cabin where you can attach accessories like cupholders, lights, and storage solutions. Your smartphone becomes the digital key, navigation system, and entertainment hub all in one. The Hipster only needs charging twice a week based on typical daily driving patterns, making it perfect for city commuting and suburban use.
While still officially a concept, Dacia has everything lined up for potential production and is gauging public reaction. This could be the affordable electric revolution the market has been waiting for.
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The New Dacia Hipster Concept has been officially revealed — a futuristic take on what could become the People’s Electric Car of tomorrow. Designed to make electric mobility accessible and affordable, this ultra-compact EV stands out with its bold, cube-like shape and minimalist philosophy. Despite measuring just 3 meters in length, it offers four real seats and surprising practicality with up to 500 liters of cargo space when the rear bench is folded.
Inside, the Dacia Hipster features a unique front bench seat, mesh fabric materials, and 11 modular anchor points for personal accessories. Every design element focuses on cutting costs, weight, and complexity — from the fabric door straps to the taillights integrated behind the rear glass. Dacia aims to show that electric cars can remain affordable, simple, and fun.
Powered by a lightweight electric system offering enough range for everyday urban driving (around two charges per week), the Hipster Concept redefines the idea of “less is more.” Could this be the first truly popular EV for everyone in Europe? Watch the video to explore its design inside and out, practicality, and what this vision means for the future of electric mobility.
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- I would absolutely get one if it becomes available in Sweden. Love that they use the phone as the screen and key for the car. They could have the option to use a tablet if a bigger screen is wanted. Hope to see more of this car, and that it not only a concept.- The Dacia Hipster Concept proves that building an electric car does not need to be complicated or expensive. Would you choose simplicity and sustainability over high-tech luxury? Let us know in the comments!
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