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Dacia Spring vs VW T-Roc - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (65 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (14500 £ vs 26400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or VW T-Roc?

Dacia Spring

VW T-Roc

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Spring @ Dacia / Renault Group Media

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 VW T-Roc costs 26400 £. That’s a price difference of around 11953 £.

T-Roc @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

Engine and Performance:

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 VW T-Roc has a decisively edge – offering 150 HP compared to 65 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW T-Roc is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.90 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 13.70 s. That’s about 4.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW T-Roc performs clearly better – reaching 212 km/h, while the Dacia Spring tops out at 125 km/h. The difference is around 87 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW T-Roc pulls clearly stronger with 250 Nm compared to 125 Nm. That’s about 125 Nm difference.

Spring @ Dacia / Renault Group Media

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 T-Roc offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Dacia Spring is clearly lighter – 1013 kg compared to 1465 kg. The difference is around 452 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW T-Roc offers noticeable more room – 475 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 167 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW T-Roc performs evident better – up to 1350 L, which is about 346 L more than the Dacia Spring.

When it comes to payload, VW T-Roc clearly takes the win – 515 kg compared to 302 kg. That’s a difference of about 213 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW T-Roc proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW T-Roc is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £26,400
T-Roc @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

VW T-Roc

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.5 - 6.3 L
Dacia Spring
VW T-Roc

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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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VW T-Roc

5 (2 Reviews)
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The VW T-Roc mixes cheeky, coupe-like styling with the everyday sense and space of an SUV, so it looks fun without sacrificing family sense. It’s a likeable all-rounder with tidy road manners and plenty of personality, ideal if you want a car that’s practical enough for chores but entertaining enough to enjoy.

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Dacia Spring
VW T-Roc
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T-Roc @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
14500 - 17100 £
Price
26400 - 38000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 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
126 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
2 - 5
Curb weight
1013 - 1050 kg
Curb weight
1465 - 1539 kg
Trunk capacity
308 L
Trunk capacity
284 - 475 L
Length
3701 mm
Length
4271 - 4373 mm
Width
1583 mm
Width
1811 - 1828 mm
Height
1519 mm
Height
1527 - 1573 mm
Max trunk capacity
1004 L
Max trunk capacity
1350 L
Payload
265 - 302 kg
Payload
368 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
44 - 65 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.7 - 19.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
125 km/h
Max Speed
187 - 212 km/h
Torque
113 - 125 Nm
Torque
200 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
33 - 48 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Dacia
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Dacia Spring?

The Dacia Spring is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.