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Dacia Spring vs Kia EV2 comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 147 HP), boot space and price (14,500 £ vs 22,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Kia EV2?

Dacia Spring vs Kia EV2: Key differences

Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Kia EV2

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Kia EV2 costs 22,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,315 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is markedly more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 15.1 kWh/100km for the Kia EV2. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV2 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 453 km, about 228 km more than the Dacia Spring.

EV2

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 Kia EV2 offers clearly more power – delivering 147 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV2 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV2 delivers considerably more torque with 250 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 113 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: Kia EV2 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is clearly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV2 carries significantly more – 475 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 201 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV2 is clearly superior 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 £22,800
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Kia EV2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 135 - 147 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 317 - 453 km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Price
22,800 - 31,600 £
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
15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Electric Range
317 - 453 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,625 kg
Trunk capacity
308 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,583 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
274 kg
Payload
400 - 475 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
Power HP
70 - 102 HP
Power HP
135 - 147 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
137 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Power kW
100 - 108 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Kia
Is the Dacia Spring offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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