Dacia Continues Its Transformation with the New Manifesto Concept
This page is translated from the original post "Dacia poursuit sa mutation avec le nouveau concept Manifesto" in French.
- 16/09/2022 10:00
Unveiled shortly after the rebranding, the Manifesto is a summary of Dacia’s new values.
Renault Group is one of the few major manufacturers to truly participate in the Paris Motor Show, with at least one new model for each of its brands. At the Dacia booth, all focus will be on the Manifesto, a concept created to embody the company’s new values.
A modest vehicle, avoiding excess and designed for outdoor activities: the Manifesto embodies everything Dacia aims to pursue in the coming years. Partly made from recycled plastics, its buggy-like body features simple, sharp lines. The roof racks can be reconfigured to suit the size of the transported items. At the rear, a modular work surface has been installed on the tailgate. Like the early Citroën 2CV prototypes, the Manifesto has only one headlight at the front. This can be easily removed and used as a flashlight. The tires are puncture-proof and, in theory, indestructible.
A minimalist and practical interior
Without doors and a windshield, the vehicle’s interior is open to the elements. It can be washed directly with a water jet. The dashboard is made from recycled cork. Attachments have been provided to facilitate the installation of accessories. This system, called YouClip, will later be introduced on production models. The seat cover is removable and can easily be turned into a sleeping bag. The Manifesto is also equipped with a removable battery with a standard outlet and USB ports. This equipment is designed to power the electrical devices used by the driver and éventual passenger.
As for technical specifications, Dacia provides almost no details. The only mention is a quick note about all-wheel drive. No info about the engine, and is there even a motor? In fact, this Manifesto resembles more a full-scale mock-up rather than a fully motorized vehicle. This feeling is confirmed by comments from David Durand, the Dacia Design Director. “While we were developing and exploring new ideas, we felt the need to go beyond 3D simulations and see them in real life,” he explained. “Therefore, more than just a design object, the Concept Manifesto embodies our vision and includes many innovations, sometimes extreme in their execution but always affordable for the customer. Some of these will be used in future Dacias.”
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