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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Dacia Spring comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 14,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Dacia Spring?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Dacia Spring: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Dacia Spring is substantially cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,715 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 290 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 513 Nm more.

4 Series Gran Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is substantially lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers visibly more boot space – 470 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 162 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries significantly more – 480 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 206 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is clearly ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £46,200
4 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 392 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 7.8 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Dacia Spring

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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Dacia Spring

The Dacia Spring is an unpretentious city electric that strips EV ownership down to the essentials, offering clean, fuss-free transport for daily urban life. It won't impress luxury-seekers, but its cheerful practicality and rock-bottom running costs make it a clever, no-nonsense choice for anyone who wants electric mobility without the drama.

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Dacia Spring

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,583 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
480 kg
Payload
274 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
70 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
137 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Dacia
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