Global EV Comparison: Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp vs Dacia Spring Electric 65 hp

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) has a starting price of €27900, compared to the Dacia Spring Electric 65 (2024-…), which starts at €18900.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.

While the Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Dacia Spring Electric 65 (2024-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 80 kW, while the Dacia Spring Electric 65 (2024-…) maxes out at 30 kW.

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) 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.

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Dacia Spring Electric 65 (2024-…).

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (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).

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV40 120hp (2024-...) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the Dacia Spring Electric 65 (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.