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Tesla Model 3 vs Dacia Spring comparison

Compare performance (460 HP vs 100 HP), boot space and price (31,700 £ vs 14,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model 3 or Dacia Spring?

Tesla Model 3 vs Dacia Spring: Key differences

Tesla Model 3

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Dacia Spring

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially 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

Model 3

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 Tesla Model 3 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Dacia Spring is marginally more efficient: consuming 12.4 kWh/100km compared to 13 kWh/100km for the Tesla Model 3. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 525 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 Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 100 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 6.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers significantly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 523 Nm more.

Model 3

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: Tesla Model 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is substantially lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,772 kg. The difference is around 702 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers substantially more boot space – 594 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 286 L.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model 3 carries visibly more – 377 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 km
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The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Reviews Tesla Model 3

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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dino999
18 Nov 2025, 08:47:05

I wanted to give 0 stars but you can't — unfortunately, it sucks.

Dacia Spring

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4.8 (3 Reviews)
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12 Jan 2026, 12:27:33

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Price
14,500 - 16,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Electric Range
221 - 225 km
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,772 - 1,929 kg
Curb weight
1,070 kg
Trunk capacity
594 L
Trunk capacity
308 L
Length
4,724 mm
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,583 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
303 - 377 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Power HP
70 - 100 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
262 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
137 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
208 - 338 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
Tesla
Brand
Dacia
What drive types are available for the Tesla Model 3?

The Tesla Model 3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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