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Dacia Spring vs SEAT Arona - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (65 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (14500 £ vs 20700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or SEAT Arona?

Dacia Spring

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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SEAT Arona

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

Spring

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Dacia Spring has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14500 £ , while the SEAT Arona costs 20700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6215 £.

Arona

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the SEAT Arona has a convincingly edge – offering 150 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Arona is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 13.70 s. That’s about 5.40 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Arona pulls clearly stronger with 250 Nm compared to 125 Nm. That’s about 125 Nm difference.

Spring

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: SEAT Arona offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Dacia Spring is a bit lighter – 1013 kg compared to 1188 kg. The difference is around 175 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Arona offers evident more room – 400 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 92 L.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Arona clearly takes the win – 522 kg compared to 302 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Arona sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Dacia Spring
SEAT Arona

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from about £20,700
Arona

SEAT Arona

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.8 L

Dacia Spring

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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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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SEAT Arona

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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The SEAT Arona is a cheeky urban crossover that mixes sharp styling with sensible practicality, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want personality without fuss. It’s zippy in traffic, comfortable enough for daily driving, and brings enough character to make routine journeys feel a little more fun.

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Dacia Spring
SEAT Arona

Costs and Consumption

Price
14500 - 17100 £
Price
20700 - 30500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 14.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
225 - 228 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
26.80 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1013 - 1050 kg
Curb weight
1188 - 1268 kg
Trunk capacity
308 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
3701 mm
Length
-
Width
1583 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
1519 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1004 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
265 - 302 kg
Payload
502 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
44 - 65 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.7 - 19.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
125 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
113 - 125 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
33 - 48 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Dacia
Brand
SEAT
What drive types are available for the Dacia Spring?

The Dacia Spring is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.