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Dacia Spring vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 229 HP), boot space and price (14,500 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Dacia Spring vs Hyundai IONIQ 5: Key differences

Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Dacia Spring is substantially cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,843 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is noticeably more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 15.6 kWh/100km for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. That’s a difference of about 3.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 345 km more than the Dacia Spring.

IONIQ 5

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers significantly more power – delivering 229 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 127 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers considerably more torque with 350 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 213 Nm more.

Spring

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: Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is significantly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 885 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers substantially more boot space – 520 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 212 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 carries considerably more – 530 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 256 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 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.

from £43,300
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 229 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 570 km
Dacia Spring
Hyundai IONIQ 5

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Dacia Spring
Hyundai IONIQ 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
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
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Electric Range
440 - 570 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
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Trunk capacity
308 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,583 mm
Width
1,890 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
515 - 530 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
70 - 102 HP
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
137 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Power kW
125 - 168 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
Hyundai
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