Compare performance (102 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (14,500 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or NIO ET5?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Dacia Spring is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,229 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 6.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 365 km more than the Dacia Spring.
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 ET5 offers significantly 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 ET5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 563 Nm more.
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 ET5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is significantly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,145 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 offers markedly more boot space – 386 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries considerably more – 475 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 201 kg.
The NIO ET5 is far ahead overall 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.
detailsNIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.
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Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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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
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
221 - 225 km
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Electric Range
456 - 590 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
Hatchback
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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
386 L
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Length
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,583 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 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 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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