Dacia

Dacia is a Romanian automaker founded in 1966, which became a Renault group subsidiary since 1999 and specializes in producing economical vehicles accessible to the general public. Dacia's history accelerates particularly from 2004 with the launch of the Dacia Logan, a revolutionary model that democratizes access to automobiles in emerging countries and establishes the brand as leader of the no-frills, low-cost vehicle segment, in direct competition with Hyundai and Kia. The Dacia range progressively enriched with iconic models such as the Dacia Sandero launched in 2007 (versatile hatchback), Dacia Duster in 2010 (compact SUV), Dacia Lodgy in 2012 (family minivan) and more recently Dacia Spring in 2021 (the brand's first electric vehicle) and Dacia Bigster in 2024 (next-generation SUV). With two major production facilities in Romania (Pitești and Mioveni) and presence in over 50 countries, Dacia manufacturer represents approximately 4 to 5 percent of the European automotive market. The Dacia specification sheet prioritizes mechanical simplicity, energy efficiency and excellent equipment-to-price ratio, targeting families and drivers seeking reliable mobility without unnecessary costs, positioning the brand between entry-level offerings of major manufacturers and second-hand market vehicles.