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Dacia Spring vs Volvo EX40 comparison

Compare performance (100 HP vs 442 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 Volvo EX40?

Dacia Spring vs Volvo EX40: Key differences

Dacia Spring

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Volvo EX40

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly 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

Spring

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Dacia Spring is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,763 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is noticeably more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 16.6 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX40. That’s a difference of about 4.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX40 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 576 km, about 351 km more than the Dacia Spring.

EX40

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 Volvo EX40 offers considerably more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 342 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 533 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: Volvo EX40 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is considerably lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 970 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EX40 offers visibly more boot space – 410 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 102 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX40 carries clearly more – 480 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 206 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 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 £45,200
EX40

Volvo EX40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 477 - 576 km
Dacia Spring
Volvo EX40

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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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Volvo EX40

The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.

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Dacia Spring
Volvo EX40

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Price
45,200 - 58,200 £
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
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Electric Range
477 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
308 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,583 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
274 kg
Payload
430 - 480 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
70 - 100 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
137 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Volvo
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