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Mercedes EQT vs Dacia Spring comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 100 HP), boot space and price (27,800 £ vs 14,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQT or Dacia Spring?

Mercedes EQT vs Dacia Spring: Key differences

Mercedes EQT

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  • slightly more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • substantially more trunk space

Dacia Spring

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EQT

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Mercedes EQT costs 27,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,289 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is considerably more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQT. That’s a difference of about 7.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQT offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 278 km, about 53 km more than the Dacia Spring.

Spring

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 Mercedes EQT offers slightly more power – delivering 122 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Spring is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.6 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQT delivers substantially more torque with 245 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 108 Nm more.

EQT

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: Mercedes EQT offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is considerably lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 855 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQT offers substantially more boot space – 551 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 243 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQT carries significantly more – 531 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 257 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Spring comes out clearly 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
Spring

Dacia Spring

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 70 - 100 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 221 - 225 km
Mercedes EQT
Dacia Spring

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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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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Mercedes EQT
Dacia Spring

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,583 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
457 - 531 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
122 HP
Power HP
70 - 100 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
245 Nm
Torque
137 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Dacia
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