Dacia Manifesto Concept is an electric off-roader with no doors  

Romanian automaker Dacia already has a foot in the electrification door with the Spring Electric crossover city car, plus the upcoming Jogger hybrid crossover in 2023. But apparently, it already has its sights set even farther into the horizon by introducing the Manifesto Concept, an open electric off-roader. 

You might be wondering which planet Dacia plans to use this on

This isn’t a precursor to a specific vehicle, but the automaker recently revealed the concept as a platform for ideas that will be tested out and eventually implemented on future production models. According to Dacia, the Manifesto Concept is a statement about how far it is willing to take sustainable mobility for customers who lead active lifestyles. 

The most striking part of the Manifesto Concept is the absence of physical boundaries around the passenger space. As a result, there are no doors, no windows, and no windshield, providing an immersive experience for both driver and passenger in open-air activities. In lieu of a standard tailgate, the Manifesto Concept features a rear workspace that’s as versatile as it is robust. 

The Manifesto Concept features an open cockpit layout that allows occupants to be one with the outdoors

Despite being closer to nature, the Manifesto Concept’s occupants also have an opportunity to integrate their personal devices into the vehicle’s dashboard and on-board computer. The Bring-Your-Own-Device approach is touted as a simple yet cost-efficient solution to a major concern plaguing automakers lately: an ongoing semiconductor shortage that has led to production and launch delays. 

The concept vehicle is not without its quirks, namely the single LED headlamp that can be detached and used as a personal torchlight. It also uses the YouClip modular system that enables users to attach modular accessories, and this feature will reportedly be implemented on future Dacia models.              

A single headlamp can be used as a detachable torchlight 

Of course, the off-roading prerequisites are there. Four-wheel-drive is present, complementing the generous ride height and massive alloy wheels. The interior is waterproof, easily cleaned with a blast from a pressure washer. There are also configurable carrier bars, and the removable seat covers can be used as sleeping bags. 

Dacia also wants to demonstrate environmental consciousness with the Manifesto Concept. The compact and lightweight dimensions result in a reduced environmental footprint. Main plastic body parts are made from recycled materials, and the vehicle rides on concept airless tires. The overall package resembles a machine that would be easily mistaken as a bulked-up interplanetary rover. 

A sturdy workbench is on hand for your outdoor activities

“As well as being a designer object, Manifesto Concept encapsulates our vision and combines a wide range of innovation – some extreme implementation, but they are still affordable for customers,” said Dacia Design Director David Durand. 

“We want to build a range of products that strengthens our brand promise, focusing on the essentials and adapting our vehicles for outdoor activities,” according to Dacia Product Performance Director Lionel Jaillet.  

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