Compare performance (100 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (14500 £ vs 6800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Vauxhall Rocks Electric has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 6800 £ , while the Dacia Spring costs 14500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7637 £.
As for electric range, the Dacia Spring performs clearly better – achieving up to 225 km, about 150 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Dacia Spring has a convincingly edge – offering 100 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: Dacia Spring pulls clearly stronger with 137 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 97 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Dacia Spring offers decisively more seating capacity – 4 vs 2.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is decisively lighter – 558 kg compared to 1070 kg. The difference is around 512 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Dacia Spring offers clearly more room – 308 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.
When it comes to payload, Dacia Spring significantly takes the win – 274 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 kg.
The Dacia Spring 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.
detailsThe Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.
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Price
14500 - 16900 £
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Price
6800 - 7500 £
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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
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
221 - 225 km
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Electric Range
75 km
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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
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
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1070 kg
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Curb weight
558 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1583 mm
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Width
1388 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
142 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
70 - 100 HP
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Power HP
8 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
137 Nm
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Torque
40 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
6 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
2025
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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
Vauxhall
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The Dacia Spring is available as Front-Wheel Drive.