Compare performance (100 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (14,500 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or SERES 5?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 significantly cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the SERES 5 costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,220 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is considerably more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the SERES 5. That’s a difference of about 6.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the SERES 5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 430 km, about 205 km more than the Dacia Spring.
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 SERES 5 offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 485 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers considerably more torque with 940 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 803 Nm more.
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: SERES 5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is significantly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 1,290 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SERES 5 offers somewhat more boot space – 367 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.
When it comes to payload, the SERES 5 carries noticeably more – 375 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.
The SERES 5 comes out clearly ahead 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 Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
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Price
55,700 £
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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/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
221 - 225 km
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Electric Range
430 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
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,070 kg
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Curb weight
2,360 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
367 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,583 mm
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Width
1,930 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
375 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
70 - 100 HP
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Power HP
585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
137 Nm
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Torque
940 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
430 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
2024
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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
SERES
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