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Dacia Spring vs Vauxhall Corsa – Differences & prices compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Dacia Spring or Vauxhall Corsa?

Dacia Spring

Vauxhall Corsa

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Dacia Spring has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14500 £, while the Vauxhall Corsa costs 19600 £. That’s a price difference of around 5135 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Dacia Spring: with 13.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Vauxhall Corsa with 14.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.

As for range, the Vauxhall Corsa performs convincingly better – achieving up to 424 km, about 196 km more than the Dacia Spring.

Corsa @ Opel / Stellantis Media

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 Vauxhall Corsa has a clearly edge – offering 156 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 13.70 s. That’s about 5.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Corsa performs clearly better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Dacia Spring tops out at 125 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Corsa pulls clearly stronger with 260 Nm compared to 125 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.

Spring @ Dacia / Renault Group Media

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: Vauxhall Corsa offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Dacia Spring is slightly lighter – 1013 kg compared to 1175 kg. The difference is around 162 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Corsa offers slight more room – 309 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Corsa performs slight better – up to 1081 L, which is about 77 L more than the Dacia Spring.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Corsa noticeable takes the win – 445 kg compared to 302 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Corsa shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Dacia Spring
Vauxhall Corsa

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Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 5.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.4 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 347 - 424 km

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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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Dacia Spring
Vauxhall Corsa
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Costs and Consumption

Price
14500 - 17100 £
Price
19600 - 30600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 14.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
225 - 228 km
Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Battery Capacity
26.80 kWh
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1013 - 1050 kg
Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
308 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
3701 mm
Length
4061 mm
Width
1583 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1519 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
Payload
265 - 302 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
44 - 65 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.7 - 19.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
125 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Torque
113 - 125 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
33 - 48 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Vauxhall
What drive types are available for the Dacia Spring?

The Dacia Spring is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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