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Dacia Spring vs NIO EL6 comparison
Compare performance (102 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (14,500 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or NIO EL6?
Dacia Spring vs NIO EL6: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Spring
Costs and Efficiency:
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 significantly cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,372 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is significantly more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 304 km more than the Dacia Spring.
EL6
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 NIO EL6 offers substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 388 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 563 Nm more.
Spring
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: NIO EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is clearly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,145 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers substantially more boot space – 597 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 289 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries significantly more – 475 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 201 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The NIO EL6 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.
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NIO EL6
Dacia Spring
NIO EL6
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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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NIO EL6
The NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.
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Dacia Spring
NIO EL6
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
221 - 225 km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
5
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Curb weight
1,070 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,854 mm
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Width
1,583 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Payload
274 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
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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 - 102 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
137 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
52 - 75 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
NIO
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