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Dacia Spring vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (100 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (14,500 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Tesla Model Y?

Dacia Spring vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Dacia Spring

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Dacia Spring is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Tesla Model Y costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,792 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is barely more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 13.1 kWh/100km for the Tesla Model Y. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more range – reaching up to 622 km, about 397 km more than the Dacia Spring.

Model Y

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers considerably more torque with 660 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 523 Nm more.

Spring

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is substantially lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,976 kg. The difference is around 906 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more boot space – 836 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 528 L.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model Y carries substantially more – 472 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 198 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is clearly superior 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.

from £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
Dacia Spring
Tesla Model Y

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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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV that pairs practical interior space with a minimalist, tech-forward cabin that feels modern and airy. Its confident electric performance and suite of driver-assist features make everyday driving effortless, and regular software updates help the car stay fresh over time.

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Dacia Spring
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
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
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
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
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
308 L
Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,583 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
274 kg
Payload
435 - 472 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 - 100 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
137 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Tesla
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