Compare performance (65 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (14500 £ vs 20100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Kia Stonic?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Dacia Spring has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14500 £ , while the Kia Stonic costs 20100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5649 £.
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 Stonic has a decisively edge – offering 115 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Stonic is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 10.70 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 13.70 s. That’s about 3 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Stonic performs evident better – reaching 182 km/h, while the Dacia Spring tops out at 125 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Stonic pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 200 Nm compared to 125 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Kia Stonic offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Dacia Spring is slightly lighter – 1013 kg compared to 1205 kg. The difference is around 192 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Stonic offers slightly more room – 352 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Stonic performs slightly better – up to 1155 L, which is about 151 L more than the Dacia Spring.
When it comes to payload, Kia Stonic distinct takes the win – 445 kg compared to 302 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.
The Kia Stonic proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Stonic is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Stonic is a sprightly compact crossover that mixes city-friendly agility with a cheeky, modern design — perfect for buyers who want style without sacrificing sense. Inside it serves up clever practicality and a bright, well-equipped cabin, making everyday driving feel a bit more fun than it has any right to be.
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Price
14500 - 17100 £
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Price
20100 - 26600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 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
-
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Battery Capacity
26.80 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
127 - 133 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 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
1205 - 1270 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
352 L
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Length
3701 mm
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Length
4165 mm
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Width
1583 mm
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Width
1760 mm
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Height
1519 mm
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Height
1520 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1004 L
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Max trunk capacity
1155 L
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Payload
265 - 302 kg
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Payload
440 - 445 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, 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
100 - 115 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.7 - 19.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
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Max Speed
125 km/h
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Max Speed
179 - 182 km/h
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Torque
113 - 125 Nm
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Torque
172 - 200 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
33 - 48 kW
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Power kW
74 - 85 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
998 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
D
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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.