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Renault Clio vs Dacia Spring — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Renault Clio and the Dacia Spring: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
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Both models share a near-identical entry price (MAD 196,000 vs MAD 199,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Renault Clio | Dacia Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Renault | Dacia |
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | Manual | Single-speed |
| Power | 91 ch | 65 ch |
| Battery | — | 26 kWh |
| Range | — | 220 km |
| Consumption | 5.2 L/100 km | — |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 196,000 | MAD 199,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 277,000 | MAD 239,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
RenaultClio
Pros
- Best-selling car on the Moroccan market, excellent resale value
- Made in Morocco (Tangier plant), cheapest parts in segment
- E-Tech full-hybrid version at 4.3 L / 100 km
- Densest Renault network in the country
Watch-outs
- Rear cabin space behind a Hyundai i20
- E-Tech hybrid costly to buy (+50,000 MAD vs TCe 130)
- 391 L boot is decent but unremarkable
DaciaSpring
Pros
- 199,000 MAD entry price — cheapest 100% EV on MA market
- Ultra-compact 3.73 m format — easy downtown parking
- 8-year / 120,000 km battery warranty (70% residual capacity)
- ~700 MAD/year TVM vignette (vs ~3,500 i10 gasoline)
- Very low usage cost: ~0.18 MAD/km at home (vs ~0.55 gasoline i10)
Watch-outs
- 65 hp limited — motorway tough (slow merging + overtaking)
- Modest 220 km WLTP range — ~140-160 km real in MA hot climate
- Unsuited to long Casa-Marrakech trips (240 km direct nearly impossible)
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Frequently asked — Renault Clio vs Dacia Spring
Renault Clio or Dacia Spring: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is entry price, look at the Renault Clio (entry MAD 196,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Renault Clio and the Dacia Spring?
The Renault Clio starts at MAD 196,000 versus MAD 199,000 for the Dacia Spring, a 2% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Renault Clio and Dacia Spring be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.