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Dacia Spring vs Hyundai Kona - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (65 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (14500 £ vs 23100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Hyundai Kona?

Dacia Spring

Hyundai Kona

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Dacia Spring has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14500 £, while the Hyundai Kona costs 23100 £. That’s a price difference of around 8572 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Dacia Spring: with 13.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 14.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.40 kWh.

As for range, the Hyundai Kona performs clearly better – achieving up to 514 km, about 286 km more than the Dacia Spring.

Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company

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 Kona has a clearly edge – offering 218 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 153 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 13.70 s. That’s about 5.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs decisively better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Dacia Spring tops out at 125 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Kona pulls convincingly stronger with 265 Nm compared to 125 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.

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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 Kona offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Dacia Spring is noticeable lighter – 1013 kg compared to 1370 kg. The difference is around 357 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers noticeable more room – 466 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 158 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1300 L, which is about 296 L more than the Dacia Spring.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona distinct takes the win – 490 kg compared to 302 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hyundai Kona shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £23,100
Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km
Dacia Spring
Hyundai Kona

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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 Kona

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The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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Dacia Spring
Hyundai Kona
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Kona @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Consumption

Price
14500 - 17100 £
Price
23100 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 14.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
225 - 228 km
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
26.80 kWh
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1013 - 1050 kg
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Trunk capacity
308 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
3701 mm
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Width
1583 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1519 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 L
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Payload
265 - 302 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
44 - 65 HP
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.7 - 19.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
125 km/h
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Torque
113 - 125 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
33 - 48 kW
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the Dacia Spring?

The Dacia Spring is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.