Dacia Hipster vs Wuling Hongguang Mini EV

	Dacia Hipster Wuling Hongguang Mini EV

Price	$17,000.00 $5,000.00
Our Rating	5.5 3.3
Brand	DACIA Wuling
Category	Cars Cars

MODEL

Models

Dacia Hipster Concept - Single concept version Models: Mini EV, Mini EV Macaron, Mini EV GameBoy Edition

LAUNCH

Announced	October 2025 2020
Status	Concept model In production
Country of origin	Romania (Renault Group / Dacia) China
Base Price	Target under €15,000 (~$17,600) Starting around $5,000

PERFORMANCE

Power	Fully electric, front-wheel drive expected 27–41 HP; Rear-wheel drive
Torque	85 Nm
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	20 sec (0–100 km/h, estimated)
Max Speed	90 km/h (56 mph) 62 mph (100 km/h)

BATTERY

Capacity	9.3 / 13.9 / 17.3 kWh
Tech	Lightweight, low-cost lithium-based battery LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate)
Range	(WLTP): ~150 km (93 miles) (mi WLTP) 75–130 miles (120–210 km CLTC)
Consumption	10–12 kWh/100 km
Recuperation	Regenerative braking
Heat Pump
AC Charging	6.5 hours (220V standard)
Others	Designed to charge twice weekly for average drivers Simple plug-in home charging

BODY

Type	3-door micro EV, 4 seats 3-door hatchback (4 seats)
Platform	Custom Dacia/Renault lightweight EV platform SGMW electric micro platform
Dimensions	Length: ~3.0 m Width: ~1.55 m Height: ~1.53 m (L×W×H): 2,917 × 1,493 × 1,621 mm
Drag Co-Efficient	0.38
Wheelbase	1,940 mm
Clearance	125 mm
Weight	Under 800 kg (1,764 lb) 665–760 kg
Suspension	Simple lightweight setup Front MacPherson / Rear Leaf Spring
Wheels	Small efficiency-focused design 12–13 inch steel/alloy
Trunk/Boot	70 L (rear seats up) / ~500 L (folded) 74–741 L (rear seats folded)
Others	Sliding windows, strap door handles, recycled plastic cladding Extremely compact turning radius (~4.2 m)

DISPLAYS

Centre	None; smartphone dock used instead Basic infotainment (8-inch touchscreen on GameBoy Edition)
Driver's Display	Small digital unit 7-inch digital instrument cluster
Others	Smartphone acts as key and infotainment system Simple layout, physical controls

COMFORT

Seats	Mesh-style, lightweight, 4-passenger layout 4 cloth seats, folding rear bench
Roof	Partial panoramic front section Optional two-tone design
Parking Aids	Rear sensors, optional reverse camera
Connectivity	Bluetooth and smartphone integration Bluetooth, USB; no Android Auto/CarPlay
Others	Modular interior accessories via “YouClip” system Manual windows on base trim, A/C standard on higher trims

SAFETY

Airbags	Basic dual front airbags Driver + passenger (on select trims)
Driving Aids	Minimal (basic ABS, no advanced assist) ABS, EBD, tire pressure monitoring
Crash Tests	Meets local safety standards (basic rating)

Note

Others

Philosophy: “Essential, affordable, sustainable mobility”
CO₂ Goal: 50% lower lifecycle emissions vs. typical EVs
Production Possibility: Depends on EU regulations for micro EVs China’s best-selling micro EV; perfect for tight city spaces and daily short-range commutes.