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Dacia Spring vs DS Automobiles N°8 comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 375 HP), boot space and price (14,500 £ vs 50,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or DS Automobiles N°8?

Dacia Spring vs DS Automobiles N°8: Key differences

Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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DS Automobiles N°8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

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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 DS Automobiles N°8 costs 50,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,486 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is noticeably more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 15.7 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles N°8. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°8 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 749 km, about 524 km more than the Dacia Spring.

N°8

Engine and Performance:

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 DS Automobiles N°8 offers clearly more power – delivering 375 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 273 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles N°8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles N°8 delivers clearly more torque with 509 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 372 Nm more.

Spring

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: DS Automobiles N°8 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is substantially lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 2,132 kg. The difference is around 1,062 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°8 offers clearly more boot space – 621 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 313 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°8 carries significantly more – 520 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 246 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°8 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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N°8

DS Automobiles N°8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 258 - 375 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.7 - 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 550 - 749 km
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Reviews Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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Cristian
12 Jan 2026, 12:27:33

Best car for value

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DS Automobiles N°8

The N°8 captivates automotive enthusiasts with its striking design and dynamic presence on the road. This model effortlessly combines luxury and performance, making it a standout choice for those seeking a thrilling driving experience. With an interior that prioritizes comfort and cutting-edge technology, the N°8 truly redefines what it means to drive in style.

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5 (1 Reviews)
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Sophal
8 Dec 2025, 05:26:40

Top quality, premium materials, top range. Apart from the horsepower figure, better than the Audi A6 in every respect.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Price
50,000 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Electric Range
550 - 749 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
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Curb weight
2,132 - 2,289 kg
Trunk capacity
308 L
Trunk capacity
581 - 621 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,583 mm
Width
1,920 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
274 kg
Payload
508 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
70 - 102 HP
Power HP
258 - 375 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
137 Nm
Torque
343 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Power kW
190 - 276 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
DS Automobiles
Is the Dacia Spring offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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