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Vauxhall Combo Cargo vs Dacia Spring comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (27,100 £ vs 14,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Combo Cargo or Dacia Spring?

Vauxhall Combo Cargo vs Dacia Spring: Key differences

Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • noticeably more power
  • markedly more electric range
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Dacia Spring

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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

Combo Cargo

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Dacia Spring is substantially cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo costs 27,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,647 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is considerably more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 17.4 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Combo Cargo. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers markedly more range – reaching up to 354 km, about 129 km more than the Dacia Spring.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers noticeably more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Dacia Spring is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 9.6 s, while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo delivers considerably more torque with 300 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 163 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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is visibly lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 301 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries clearly more – 781 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 507 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Spring is barely 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 - 102 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 221 - 225 km
Vauxhall Combo Cargo
Dacia Spring

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

The Opel Combo Cargo is a pragmatic workhorse that pairs sensible practicality with surprisingly car-like manners, making it a smart choice for small businesses and weekend DIYers. With clever storage, easy access and a calm cabin that keeps the focus on the job, it turns daily deliveries and errands into something almost enjoyable.

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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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Vauxhall Combo Cargo
Dacia Spring

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,583 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
645 - 781 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
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
70 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
137 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
52 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Dacia
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