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Dacia Spring vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (14,500 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Polestar 2?

Dacia Spring vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Polestar 2

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,677 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is somewhat more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 2. That’s a difference of about 2.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 434 km more than the Dacia Spring.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Polestar 2 offers considerably more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 374 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers significantly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 603 Nm more.

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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: Polestar 2 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is substantially lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 999 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 2 offers visibly more boot space – 405 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 2 carries clearly more – 421 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 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.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 568 - 659 km
Dacia Spring
Polestar 2

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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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Polestar 2

The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Dacia Spring
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
308 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
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Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,583 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
274 kg
Payload
412 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
70 - 102 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
137 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Polestar
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