Dacia Spring vs Mini Cooper SE

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Mini Cooper SE has the higher published DC charging figure at 95 kW, which is roughly 179% higher than the Dacia Spring at 34 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Mini Cooper SE is listed at about 29 minutes, which is 9 minutes quicker than the Dacia Spring at 38 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Mini Cooper SE has a WLTP rated range of approximately 402 km, which is roughly 172 km more than the Dacia Spring at approximately 230 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Dacia Spring consumes 109 Wh/km, compared to 141 Wh/km for the Mini Cooper SE. That means the Dacia Spring uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Mini Cooper SE has approximately 49.2 kWh of useable battery , while the Dacia Spring has approximately 25 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the Mini Cooper SE has the higher published DC figure (up to 95 kW) and the shorter published charge time at approximately 29 minutes. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Mini Cooper SE supports up to 11 kW, compared to up to 6 kW for the Dacia Spring. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Dacia Spring is the more efficient choice at 109 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Mini Cooper SE has a WLTP rated range of approximately 402 km, which is roughly 172 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.