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Mazda 6 Saloon vs Dacia Spring comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 14,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 6 Saloon or Dacia Spring?

Mazda 6 Saloon vs Dacia Spring: Key differences

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • 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

6 Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Dacia Spring is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is visibly more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the Mazda 6 Saloon. That’s a difference of about 4.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers clearly more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 327 km more than the Dacia Spring.

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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 Mazda 6 Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 6 Saloon is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 6 Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 320 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 183 Nm more.

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: Mazda 6 Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is clearly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 2,027 kg. The difference is around 957 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers marginally more boot space – 336 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Saloon carries clearly more – 360 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 6 Saloon holds a narrow overall lead 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 £38,500
6 Saloon

Mazda 6 Saloon

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 245 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 - 552 km
Mazda 6 Saloon
Dacia Spring

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Dimensions and Body

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Mazda 6 Saloon

The Mazda6 saloon feels like the sensible yet stylish choice for buyers who want a car that drives with poise and looks sharper than its badge suggests. It mixes engaging handling, a refined cabin and everyday practicality without shouting for attention — perfect for those who prefer understated class with a wink.

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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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Mazda 6 Saloon
Dacia Spring

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Trunk capacity
336 L
Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
4,921 mm
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,583 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
359 - 360 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Power HP
70 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
137 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Dacia
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