SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR vs Dacia Spring Electric 65

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR 8.3 s Runner-up: 13.7 s
Power winner SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR 150 hp Runner-up: 65 hp
Cargo winner SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR 380 L Runner-up: 308 L
Price winner Dacia Spring Electric 65 $23,000 Runner-up: $28,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR against the 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a petrol powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.3 seconds, compared with 13.7 seconds for 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65. 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR has the higher listed output at 150 hp; 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65 is rated at 65 hp, a difference of 85 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR at 250 Nm and 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65 at 113 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 380 litres versus 308 litres, a difference of 72 litres. 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR is 634 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65 has the lower listed starting price at $23,000, compared with $28,500 for 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR. 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR2024 Dacia Spring Electric 652024
Performance
0-100 km/h8.3 s13.7 s
Top Speed220 km/h125 km/h
Power150 hp65 hp
Torque250 Nm113 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range225 km
Battery26.8 kWh
Fuel Tank50 L
Efficiency5.9 L/100km11.9 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions134 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging30 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,368 mm3,734 mm
Ground Clearance133 mm150 mm
Cargo380 L308 L
Curb Weight1,340 kg1,073 kg
Seats54
Turning Circle10.6 m9.6 m
Starting MSRP$28,500$23,000

SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR vs Dacia Spring Electric 65 questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR or the 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65?

2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.3 seconds, versus 13.7 seconds for 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR or the 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65?

2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR has the higher listed top speed at 220 km/h (137 mph), compared with 125 km/h (78 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR or the 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65?

2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR has more power at 150 hp, a 85 hp advantage over 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR or the 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65?

2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR has more listed cargo space at 380 litres (13.4 cu ft), versus 308 litres (10.9 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR or the 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65?

2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR is heavier at 1,340 kg (2,954 lb), while 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65 is listed at 1,073 kg (2,366 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR or the 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65?

2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65 has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $23,000 USD, compared with $28,500 USD for 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR or the 2024 Dacia Spring Electric 65?

2024 SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI 150 FR leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.