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Citroën ë-C3 vs Dacia Spring
Selected trimExpression Electric 70Change trim139 mi · 24 kWh · £11,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 stays competitive across the board, while the Dacia Spring leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Dacia Spring if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Dacia Spring wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Value
Citroën
4.8
Dacia
4.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeDacia
Citroën
1.9
Dacia
3.3
ChargingDacia
Citroën
1.3
Dacia
3.5
Cost Per MileDacia
Citroën
3.4
Dacia
9.5
City DrivingDacia
Citroën
8
Dacia
9.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Dacia SpringExpression Electric 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £19,995 | £11,990 (better) |
| Official range | 134 miles | 139 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 310 L (better) | 308 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 36 min | 29 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 11.6 sec (better) | 12.3 sec |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C3
Dacia Spring
Length
Citroën ë-C34,015mm
Dacia Spring3,701mm-314mm
Width
Citroën ë-C31,755mm
Dacia Spring1,583mm-172mm
Height
Citroën ë-C31,577mm
Dacia Spring1,489mm-88mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Dacia SpringExpression Electric 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,015 mm | 3,701 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,755 mm | 1,583 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,767 mm |
| Height | 1,577 mm | 1,489 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 9.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 645 mm spare | 817 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Dacia SpringExpression Electric 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 310 L (better) | 308 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1004 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C3
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Dacia Spring
- Uses 124 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
- At 3,701 mm, shorter than 80% of hatchback EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 9.6 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of hatchback EVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C3 Urban Range |  Dacia Spring Expression Electric 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.01m | 3.70m-314mm |
| Width | 1.75m | 1.58m-172mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.77m |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.49m-88mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.54m | 2.42m-117mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 146mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 310L (better) | 308L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1004L |
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 9.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,413kg | 984kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 30kWh (better) | 24kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 134 mi | 139 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 30kW | 40kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £19,995 | £11,990 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £18,495 (-£1,500) | £11,990 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
* Citroën ë-C3: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Dacia SpringExpression Electric 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 134 miles | 139 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 94 miles | 95 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 36 min | 29 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 30 kW | 40 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Energy consumption | 165 Wh/km | 124 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 29.8 kWh (better) | 24 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Dacia SpringExpression Electric 70 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11.6 sec (better) | 12.3 sec |
| Power | 83 kW (better) | 52 kW |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 137 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Citroën ë-C3
Urban Range
Dacia Spring
Expression Electric 70
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C3 Urban Range
Citroën ë-C3 Urban Range
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Euro NCAP - Dacia Spring Expression Electric 70
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant49%
Child Occupant56%
Vulnerable Road Users39%
Safety Assist32%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Dacia SpringExpression Electric 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C3
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Dacia Spring
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Live used listings
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Citroën ë-C3
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Dacia Spring
- £10,9992026Cars2View
- £11,2992026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Citroën ë-C3 worth the extra £8,005 over the Dacia Spring?
The Citroën ë-C3 costs £8,005 more than the Dacia Spring. For that premium it adds 31 kW more power and 1 more seat (5 versus 4). The Dacia Spring is not just cheaper - it also offers lower energy use, 124 versus 165 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Dacia Spring comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C3 or the Dacia Spring?
The Dacia Spring is £8,005 cheaper to buy. The Dacia Spring is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £184 for the Citroën ë-C3, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Dacia Spring comes out roughly £8,245 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C3 and Dacia Spring like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 94 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 and 95 miles for the Dacia Spring - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 29-36 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 or the Dacia Spring?
The Dacia Spring is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 172 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 817 mm of total clearance for the Dacia Spring and about 645 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C3. The Dacia Spring also turns in a 1.0 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C3 or the Dacia Spring?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-C3 and 90% for the Dacia Spring. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .