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Dacia Spring vs VW ID.3 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (65 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (14500 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or VW ID.3?
Spring
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Dacia Spring has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14500 £ , while the VW ID.3 costs 28600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14083 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Dacia Spring: with 13.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the VW ID.3 with 14.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.30 kWh.
As for electric range, the VW ID.3 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 605 km, about 377 km more than the Dacia Spring.
ID.3
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 VW ID.3 has a decisively edge – offering 326 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 261 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 13.70 s. That’s about 8 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW ID.3 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Dacia Spring tops out at 125 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.3 pulls significantly stronger with 545 Nm compared to 125 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm difference.
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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: VW ID.3 offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Dacia Spring is decisively lighter – 1013 kg compared to 1787 kg. The difference is around 774 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.3 offers a bit more room – 385 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.3 performs evident better – up to 1267 L, which is about 263 L more than the Dacia Spring.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.3 evident takes the win – 473 kg compared to 302 kg. That’s a difference of about 171 kg.
Who wins the race?
The VW ID.3 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID.3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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VW ID.3
Dacia Spring
VW ID.3
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Dacia Spring
4.7 (1 Reviews)
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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VW ID.3
5 (2 Reviews)
The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.
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Dacia Spring
VW ID.3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
14500 - 17100 £
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Price
28600 - 49300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 14.1 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh
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Electric Range
225 - 228 km
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Electric Range
383 - 605 km
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Battery Capacity
26.80 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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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
Hatchback
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1013 - 1050 kg
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Curb weight
1787 - 1993 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Length
3701 mm
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Length
4264 mm
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Width
1583 mm
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Width
1809 mm
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Height
1519 mm
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Height
1564 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1004 L
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Max trunk capacity
1267 L
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Payload
265 - 302 kg
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Payload
437 - 473 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
44 - 65 HP
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Power HP
170 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.7 - 19.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
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Max Speed
125 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
113 - 125 Nm
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Torque
310 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
33 - 48 kW
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Power kW
125 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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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
VW
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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.