Compare performance (65 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (14500 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Mazda CX-30?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Dacia Spring has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14500 £ , while the Mazda CX-30 costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10749 £.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Mazda CX-30 has a decisively edge – offering 186 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 121 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-30 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 13.70 s. That’s about 5.40 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda CX-30 pulls clearly stronger with 240 Nm compared to 125 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mazda CX-30 offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Dacia Spring is clearly lighter – 1013 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 442 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers distinct more room – 430 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 122 L.
When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-30 noticeable takes the win – 496 kg compared to 302 kg. That’s a difference of about 194 kg.
The Mazda CX-30 sits well ahead of its rival 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.
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 Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.
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Price
14500 - 17100 £
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Price
25200 - 36800 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 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
129 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Curb weight
1013 - 1050 kg
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Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
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Length
3701 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1583 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Height
1519 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1004 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
265 - 302 kg
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Payload
458 - 496 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
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, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
44 - 65 HP
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.7 - 19.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
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Max Speed
125 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
113 - 125 Nm
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Torque
238 - 240 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
103 - 137 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 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, E
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Mazda
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The Dacia Spring is available as Front-Wheel Drive.