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Dacia Spring vs Kia Picanto - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (65 HP vs 68 HP), boot space and price (14500 £ vs 15300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Kia Picanto?

Dacia Spring

Kia Picanto

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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 barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14500 £, while the Kia Picanto costs 15300 £. That’s a price difference of around 815 £.

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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 Kia Picanto has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 68 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Spring is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 13.70 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.60 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Picanto performs distinct better – reaching 162 km/h, while the Dacia Spring tops out at 125 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Dacia Spring pulls noticeable stronger with 125 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 29 Nm difference.

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

In curb weight, Dacia Spring is a bit lighter – 1013 kg compared to 1124 kg. The difference is around 111 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Dacia Spring offers a bit more room – 308 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Picanto performs barely noticeable better – up to 1010 L, which is about 6 L more than the Dacia Spring.

When it comes to payload, Kia Picanto hardly perceptible takes the win – 332 kg compared to 302 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Dacia Spring proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Dacia Spring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £14,500
Spring

Dacia Spring

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 44 - 65 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.2 - 14.1 kWh
  • Electric Range : 225 - 228 km
Dacia Spring
Kia Picanto

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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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Kia Picanto

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Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Dacia Spring
Kia Picanto
Spring
Picanto

Costs and Consumption

Price
14500 - 17100 £
Price
15300 - 19300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 14.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
225 - 228 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
26.80 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
127 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1013 - 1050 kg
Curb weight
1124 - 1131 kg
Trunk capacity
308 L
Trunk capacity
255 L
Length
3701 mm
Length
3605 mm
Width
1583 mm
Width
1595 mm
Height
1519 mm
Height
1485 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 L
Max trunk capacity
1010 L
Payload
265 - 302 kg
Payload
253 - 332 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
44 - 65 HP
Power HP
68 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.7 - 19.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Max Speed
125 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 162 km/h
Torque
113 - 125 Nm
Torque
96 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
33 - 48 kW
Power kW
50 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Kia
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.