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Nissan Interstar vs Dacia Spring comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 14,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Dacia Spring?

Nissan Interstar vs Dacia Spring: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
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Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly 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

Interstar

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,674 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Interstar offers clearly more range – reaching up to 410 km, about 185 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 Nissan Interstar offers clearly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Interstar delivers considerably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 243 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: Dacia Spring offers more seats – 4 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is significantly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 983 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries significantly more – 1,447 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,173 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Interstar sits just 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.

from £36,200
Interstar

Nissan Interstar

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 410 km
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Nissan Interstar

The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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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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Best car for value

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
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
410 km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 205 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
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,080 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
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
274 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 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
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
137 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Dacia
Is the Nissan Interstar offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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