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Dongfeng Box vs Dacia Spring comparison

Compare performance (95 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 14,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dongfeng Box or Dacia Spring?

Dongfeng Box vs Dacia Spring: Key differences

Dongfeng Box

  • markedly more electric range
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • clearly lighter
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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Dacia Spring is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Dongfeng Box costs 23,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,077 £.

As for electric range, the Dongfeng Box offers markedly more range – reaching up to 310 km, about 85 km more than the Dacia Spring.

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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 Dacia Spring offers marginally more power – delivering 102 HP compared to 95 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

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: Dongfeng Box offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is clearly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,355 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Dongfeng Box offers only slightly more boot space – 326 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, the Dongfeng Box carries noticeably more – 375 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Spring is slightly ahead 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 £14,500
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Dacia Spring

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 70 - 102 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 221 - 225 km
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Dongfeng Box

The Dongfeng Box is a practical, no-frills compact van that suits small businesses and families who need a versatile, easy-to-use vehicle. Its simple, utilitarian design and roomy interior make loading and day-to-day driving straightforward, while ownership is kept uncomplicated.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,600 - 24,800 £
Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
310 km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,355 kg
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,583 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
375 kg
Payload
274 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 HP
Power HP
70 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
137 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 kW
Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Dongfeng
Brand
Dacia
What drivetrain options does the Dongfeng Box have?

The Dongfeng Box is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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