Compare performance (100 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (14,500 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Mercedes G Class?
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 substantially cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 92,105 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is substantially more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G Class. That’s a difference of about 15.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes G Class offers substantially more range – reaching up to 468 km, about 243 km more than the Dacia Spring.
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 Mercedes G Class offers substantially more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 505 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 1,027 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes G Class offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is substantially lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 1,415 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G Class offers considerably more boot space – 640 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 332 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G Class carries significantly more – 715 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 441 kg.
The Dacia Spring is decisively ahead 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 G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.
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Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
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Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
221 - 225 km
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Electric Range
468 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
116 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 336 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
Off-Roader
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,070 kg
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Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
620 - 640 L
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Length
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Length
4,624 mm
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Width
1,583 mm
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Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,983 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,990 L
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Payload
274 kg
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Payload
415 - 715 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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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
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
70 - 100 HP
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Power HP
387 - 605 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
137 Nm
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
52 - 75 kW
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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