Compare performance (110 HP vs 540 HP), boot space and price (10700 £ vs 23900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Renault R5?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Dacia Sandero has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £ , while the Renault R5 costs 23900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13209 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Renault R5 has a significantly edge – offering 540 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 430 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 6.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Renault R5 performs evident better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Dacia Sandero tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 87 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault R5 pulls decisively stronger with 4800 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 4600 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Dacia Sandero is clearly perceptible lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1447 kg. The difference is around 358 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Dacia Sandero offers slight more room – 328 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Sandero performs barely noticeable better – up to 1108 L, which is about 2 L more than the Renault R5.
When it comes to payload, Dacia Sandero minimal takes the win – 436 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.
The Renault R5 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault R5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.
detailsThe Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.
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Price
10700 - 16700 £
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Price
23900 - 137100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
307 - 405 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
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co2
105 - 140 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
3 - 5
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Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
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Curb weight
1447 - 1524 kg
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Trunk capacity
328 L
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Length
4088 - 4099 mm
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Length
3922 - 4080 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Width
1744 - 2030 mm
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Height
1499 - 1535 mm
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Height
1380 - 1498 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1108 L
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Max trunk capacity
1106 L
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Payload
404 - 436 kg
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Payload
396 - 418 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
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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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
67 - 110 HP
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Power HP
122 - 540 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
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Torque
95 - 200 Nm
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Torque
225 - 4800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
49 - 81 kW
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Power kW
90 - 397 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025 - 2027
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Renault
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The Dacia Sandero is available as Front-Wheel Drive.