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Dacia Spring vs Subaru Forester - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (65 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (14500 £ vs 34700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Subaru Forester?

Dacia Spring

Subaru Forester

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Dacia Spring has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14500 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20220 £.

Forester

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 Subaru Forester has a clearly edge – offering 136 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Forester is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 12.20 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 13.70 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru Forester performs noticeable better – reaching 188 km/h, while the Dacia Spring tops out at 125 km/h. The difference is around 63 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Subaru Forester pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 182 Nm compared to 125 Nm. That’s about 57 Nm difference.

Spring

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Subaru Forester offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Dacia Spring is significantly lighter – 1013 kg compared to 1693 kg. The difference is around 680 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Subaru Forester offers distinct more room – 508 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Forester performs significantly better – up to 1731 L, which is about 727 L more than the Dacia Spring.

When it comes to payload, Subaru Forester evident takes the win – 492 kg compared to 302 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Subaru Forester proves to be barely ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Subaru Forester is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,700
Forester

Subaru Forester

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.10 L
Dacia Spring
Subaru Forester

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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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Subaru Forester

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The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Dacia Spring
Subaru Forester

Costs and Consumption

Price
14500 - 17100 £
Price
34700 - 42200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.10 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
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1013 - 1050 kg
Curb weight
1693 - 1739 kg
Trunk capacity
308 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
3701 mm
Length
4670 mm
Width
1583 mm
Width
1830 mm
Height
1519 mm
Height
1730 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 L
Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
Payload
265 - 302 kg
Payload
446 - 492 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
44 - 65 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.7 - 19.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
Max Speed
125 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
113 - 125 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
33 - 48 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Subaru
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.