Compare performance (65 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (14500 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Kia Niro?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Dacia Spring has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14500 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14649 £.
As for electric range, the Dacia Spring performs decisively better – achieving up to 228 km, about 166 km more than the Kia Niro.
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 Niro has a decisively edge – offering 180 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Niro is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 9.90 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 13.70 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Dacia Spring tops out at 125 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Niro pulls significantly stronger with 265 Nm compared to 125 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.
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: Kia Niro offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Dacia Spring is decisively lighter – 1013 kg compared to 1474 kg. The difference is around 461 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Niro offers distinct more room – 451 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 143 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1445 L, which is about 441 L more than the Dacia Spring.
When it comes to payload, Kia Niro clearly perceptible takes the win – 466 kg compared to 302 kg. That’s a difference of about 164 kg.
Overall, the Dacia Spring shows itself to be edges out slightly 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.
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.
detailsThe Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.
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Price
14500 - 17100 £
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 14.1 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
225 - 228 km
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
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Battery Capacity
26.80 kWh
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1013 - 1050 kg
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Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Length
3701 mm
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Length
4420 mm
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Width
1583 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1519 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1004 L
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Payload
265 - 302 kg
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Payload
466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
44 - 65 HP
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.7 - 19.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Max Speed
125 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Torque
113 - 125 Nm
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Torque
265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
33 - 48 kW
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Kia
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The Dacia Spring is available as Front-Wheel Drive.