Global EV Comparison: Dacia Spring Electric 65 hp vs BYD Dolphin Surf Active
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Dacia Spring Electric 65 (2024-…) has a starting price of €18900, compared to the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…), which starts at €22990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 65 hp | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €18900 | €22990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €15990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 4.4 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) has a larger battery, the Dacia Spring Electric 65 (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 65 hp | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 225 km | 220 km |
| Range (GCC) | 191 km | 187 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 27.4 kWh | 32 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 26.8 kWh | 30 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14 kWh/100 km | 16 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.13 km/kWh | 6.23 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 65 kW, while the Dacia Spring Electric 65 (2024-…) maxes out at 30 kW.
The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Dacia Spring Electric 65 (2024-…) is limited to 7 kW.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 65 hp | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 30 kW | 65 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.6 | 5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 65 hp | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 48 kW | 65 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 64 hp | 87 hp |
| Motor Torque | 113 Nm | 175 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 13.7 s | 11.1 s |
| Top Speed | 125 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.4 | 2.2 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 65 hp | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3701 mm | 3990 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1767 mm | 1970 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1583 mm | 1720 mm |
| Height | 1519 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2423 mm | 2500 mm |
Cargo and Towing
While the trunks are the same size in both cars, the BYD Dolphin Surf Active (2025-…) provides more cargo room 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 65 hp | BYD Dolphin Surf Active |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 984 kg | 1294 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 308 l | 308 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1004 l | 1037 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.8 | 4.2 |
