Compare performance (102 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (14,500 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Mitsubishi Grandis?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Dacia Spring is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Mitsubishi Grandis costs 25,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,706 £.
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 Mitsubishi Grandis offers markedly more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Grandis is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mitsubishi Grandis delivers clearly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 128 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mitsubishi Grandis offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is visibly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,359 kg. The difference is around 289 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Grandis offers considerably more boot space – 576 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Grandis carries substantially more – 459 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.
The Mitsubishi Grandis comes out modestly 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 Mitsubishi Grandis is a no-nonsense MPV that hides a surprisingly sleek profile, making family duty look almost stylish. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and built to shrug off daily chaos, though the cabin feels dated and it prefers a relaxed cruise to any hot-hatch antics.
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Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
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Price
25,200 - 35,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
221 - 225 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
98 - 138 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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,070 kg
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Curb weight
1,359 - 1,525 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,583 mm
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Width
1,797 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
274 kg
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Payload
395 - 459 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
70 - 102 HP
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Power HP
140 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
137 Nm
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Torque
245 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
52 - 75 kW
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Power kW
104 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,333 - 1,789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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