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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
14500 - 17100 £
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Price
19600 - 30600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 14.1 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
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Electric Range
225 - 228 km
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Electric Range
347 - 424 km
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Battery Capacity
26.80 kWh
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1013 - 1050 kg
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Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
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Length
3701 mm
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Length
4061 mm
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Width
1583 mm
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Width
1765 mm
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Height
1519 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1004 L
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Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
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Payload
265 - 302 kg
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Payload
376 - 445 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
44 - 65 HP
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Power HP
100 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.7 - 19.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
125 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
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Torque
113 - 125 Nm
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Torque
205 - 260 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
33 - 48 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
Vauxhall
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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.