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BYD ETP3 vs Dacia Spring comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 100 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 14,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Dacia Spring?

BYD ETP3 vs Dacia Spring: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • noticeably more power
  • marginally more electric range
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Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably 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

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Dacia Spring is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the BYD ETP3 costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,135 £.

As for electric range, the BYD ETP3 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 233 km, about 8 km more than the Dacia Spring.

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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 BYD ETP3 offers noticeably more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD ETP3 delivers clearly more torque with 180 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 43 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Dacia Spring offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is substantially lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 570 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries clearly more – 780 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 506 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Spring stands well ahead of its rival 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 £14,500
Spring

Dacia Spring

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 70 - 100 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 221 - 225 km
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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,600 £
Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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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
233 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
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
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Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,583 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
780 kg
Payload
274 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
70 - 100 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
180 Nm
Torque
137 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Dacia
Is the BYD ETP3 offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD ETP3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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