Compare performance (156 HP vs 100 HP), boot space and price (20,600 £ vs 14,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or Dacia Spring?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 Citroen C4 costs 20,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,077 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is moderately more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 14.6 kWh/100km for the Citroen C4. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C4 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 427 km, about 202 km more than the Dacia Spring.
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 Citroen C4 offers noticeably more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen C4 delivers considerably more torque with 270 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 133 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Citroen C4 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is markedly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,403 kg. The difference is around 333 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen C4 offers visibly more boot space – 510 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 202 L.
When it comes to payload, the Citroen C4 carries markedly more – 406 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 kg.
The Citroen C4 is far 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.
Citroën C4 wears its French eccentricity with confidence, pairing bold, sculpted styling with a supremely comfortable ride that turns mundane commutes into a gentler affair. If you value relaxed comfort, clever practicality and a car with personality rather than pretence, the C4 is a charming, sensible choice — and it won't make you miss the usual hot‑hatch theatrics.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20,600 - 32,200 £
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Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
221 - 225 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
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Curb weight
1,070 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
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Width
1,583 mm
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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
379 - 406 kg
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Payload
274 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
70 - 100 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
137 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
52 - 75 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Dacia
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