Global EV Comparison: Dacia Spring Electric 45 hp vs Škoda Citigo-e iV
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Dacia Spring Electric 45 (2022-2024) for as low as €10950, while the Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) begins at €10990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 45 hp | Škoda Citigo-e iV |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2024 | 2019-2021 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Slovakia |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €10950 | €10990 |
| GCC Score | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Dacia Spring Electric 45 (2022-2024).
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 45 hp | Škoda Citigo-e iV |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 230 km | 257 km |
| Range (GCC) | 196 km | 218 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 27.4 kWh | 36.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 26.8 kWh | 32.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.7 kWh/100 km | 14.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.31 km/kWh | 6.75 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 40 kW, while the Dacia Spring Electric 45 (2022-2024) maxes out at 30 kW.
The Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW, whereas the Dacia Spring Electric 45 (2022-2024) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 45 hp | Škoda Citigo-e iV |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 30 kW | 40 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.4 | 3.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 45 hp | Škoda Citigo-e iV |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 33 kW | 61 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 44 hp | 82 hp |
| Motor Torque | 125 Nm | 212 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 19.1 s | 12.3 s |
| Top Speed | 125 km/h | 130 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.2 | 1.7 |
Dimensions
The Dacia Spring Electric 45 (2022-2024) is longer and taller, but the Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) is wider.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 45 hp | Škoda Citigo-e iV |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3734 mm | 3597 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1770 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1579 mm | 1645 mm |
| Height | 1516 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2423 mm | 2422 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Dacia Spring Electric 45 (2022-2024) features a larger trunk, but the Škoda Citigo-e iV (2019-2021) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 45 hp | Škoda Citigo-e iV |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 970 kg | 1235 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 290 l | 250 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 631 l | 923 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.8 | 3.6 |
