BYD Seal 06 GT vs Dacia Spring: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: BYD Seal 06 GT vs Dacia Spring. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
BYD Seal 06 GT wins this head-to-head
It wins 5 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 3 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | Seal 06 GT | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Range Seal 06 GT wins | 500 km | 230 km |
| Battery Seal 06 GT wins | 80 kWh | 26.8 kWh |
| Efficiency Spring wins | 16 kWh/100km | 13.9 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h Seal 06 GT wins | 4.9 s | 13 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% | ~30 min | ~0 min |
| Seats Seal 06 GT wins | 5 | 4 |
| Price Spring wins | $27,000 | $22,000 |
| Rating Seal 06 GT wins | 4.5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $360/yr | $313/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | Seal 06 GT | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 80 kWh | 26.8 kWh |
| Range | 500 km (CLTC) | 230 km (WLTP) |
| Top speed | 200 km/h | 125 km/h |
| Power | RWD · 326 hp / AWD · 517 hp | FWD · 45 hp |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 s (AWD) | ~13 s |
| Charging (10-80%) | ~30 min | — |
| Drive | RWD / Dual motor AWD | FWD |
| Efficiency | 16.0 kWh/100 km | 13.9 kWh/100 km |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Cargo | 430 L | 290 L |
| Charging | — | AC only ~4 h (30kW DC opt.) |
BYD Seal 06 GT
Pros
- Great value
- Blade battery safety
- Fun to drive
- Good tech
Cons
- Average charging speed
- No NACS port
- Firm ride
- Tight headroom
Dacia Spring
Pros
- Cheapest EV in Europe
- Cheap to run
- Genuinely useful in town
- Compact footprint
Cons
- Very basic equipment
- Weak performance
- No standard DC charging
- Euro NCAP score is poor
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Seal 06 GT really better than Dacia Spring?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, BYD Seal 06 GT or Dacia Spring?
500 km vs 230 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $360/yr for the BYD Seal 06 GT and $313/yr for the Dacia Spring.
Should I compare more models?
Yes - add both models to our interactive comparator to see every spec side by side, or use the Which EV quiz to find more models that fit your budget and lifestyle.
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