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Kia EV3 vs Dacia Spring comparison
Compare performance (204 HP vs 100 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 14,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Dacia Spring?
EV3
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 Kia EV3 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,363 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is markedly more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Kia EV3. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 380 km more than the Dacia Spring.
Spring
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV3 offers significantly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 104 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV3 delivers significantly more torque with 283 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 146 Nm more.
EV3
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Kia EV3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is clearly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 730 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers markedly more boot space – 460 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 152 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries clearly more – 470 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia EV3 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.
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Kia EV3
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Dacia Spring
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Kia EV3
The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.
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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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Kia EV3
Dacia Spring
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
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Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
221 - 225 km
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
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Curb weight
1,070 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,583 mm
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Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
274 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
70 - 100 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
137 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
52 - 75 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Dacia
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