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BMW i5 vs Dacia Spring comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 14,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or Dacia Spring?

BMW i5 vs Dacia Spring: Key differences

BMW i5

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • clearly 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

i5

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,286 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is somewhat more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 14.7 kWh/100km for the BMW i5. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 627 km, about 402 km more than the Dacia Spring.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i5 offers significantly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 499 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 delivers substantially more torque with 820 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 683 Nm more.

i5

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BMW i5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is clearly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 2,195 kg. The difference is around 1,125 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 offers noticeably more boot space – 490 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 carries clearly more – 545 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 271 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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i5

BMW i5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 540 - 627 km
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The BMW i5 swaps predictable executive-car manners for a confident electric vibe, marrying refined comfort with surprisingly engaging steering. It’s a practical choice that doesn’t feel dull, offering the kind of clean, premium experience that makes commuting feel like a small indulgence.

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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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4.7 (4 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
60,800 - 85,900 £
Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 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
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,195 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,583 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
525 - 545 kg
Payload
274 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
70 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
137 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Dacia
Is the BMW i5 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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