Global EV Comparison: Dacia Spring Electric 45 hp vs Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh
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General Info
The Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €38490. The Dacia Spring Electric 45 (2022-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €10950 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 45 hp | Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2024 | 2020-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Italy |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €38490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €10950 | €16480 |
| GCC Score | 4.3 | 5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh (2020-…) 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 | Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 240 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 230 km | 310 km |
| Range (GCC) | 196 km | 253 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 27.4 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 26.8 kWh | 37.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.7 kWh/100 km | 14.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.31 km/kWh | 6.78 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 6.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh (2020-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 85 kW, while the Dacia Spring Electric 45 (2022-2024) maxes out at 30 kW.
The Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh (2020-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Dacia Spring Electric 45 (2022-2024) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 45 hp | Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 30 kW | 85 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.4 | 4.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh (2020-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 45 hp | Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 33 kW | 87 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 44 hp | 117 hp |
| Motor Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 19.1 s | 9 s |
| Top Speed | 125 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 1.2 | 2.7 |
Dimensions
The Dacia Spring Electric 45 (2022-2024) stretches out longer, while the Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh (2020-…) compensates with a wider stance. As for height, they’re nearly identical, so headroom should be comparable.
The Dacia Spring Electric 45 (2022-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Dacia Spring Electric 45 hp | Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3734 mm | 3631 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1579 mm | 1683 mm |
| Height | 1516 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2423 mm | 2322 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Dacia Spring Electric 45 (2022-2024) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats 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 | Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 970 kg | 1365 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 290 l | 185 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 631 l | 550 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.8 | 3.8 |
