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Genesis G80 vs Dacia Spring comparison

Compare performance (370 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 14,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Genesis G80 or Dacia Spring?

Genesis G80 vs Dacia Spring: Key differences

Genesis G80

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Dacia Spring is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Genesis G80 costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,800 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is considerably more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 18.1 kWh/100km for the Genesis G80. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Genesis G80 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 345 km more than the Dacia Spring.

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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 Genesis G80 offers substantially more power – delivering 370 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 268 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G80 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G80 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 563 Nm more.

G80

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Genesis G80 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is substantially lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 2,410 kg. The difference is around 1,340 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis G80 offers somewhat more boot space – 354 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G80 carries significantly more – 490 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 216 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Spring is far ahead 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.

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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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Genesis G80

The Genesis G80 is a quietly confident executive sedan that marries elegant, restrained design with an interior that feels bespoke rather than mass-produced. For buyers who crave flagship comfort and poise without the badge theatrics, the G80 serves serious luxury and refinement with a touch of surprising value — like a tuxedoed chauffeur who secretly loves great playlists.

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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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Genesis G80
Dacia Spring

Costs and Consumption
Price
64,300 - 67,800 £
Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
570 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
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,410 kg
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Trunk capacity
354 L
Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,925 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
490 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
370 HP
Power HP
70 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
137 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
272 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
Genesis
Brand
Dacia
Is the Genesis G80 offered with different drivetrains?

The Genesis G80 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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