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Audi A5 Sportback vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or NIO ET5?

Audi A5 Sportback vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Audi A5 Sportback

  • only slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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NIO ET5

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  • considerably more electric range
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A5 Sportback is only slightly cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 514 £.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 480 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback offers markedly more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Sportback delivers somewhat more torque with 825 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 125 Nm more.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is markedly lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers moderately more boot space – 445 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A5 Sportback carries slightly more – 530 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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ET5

NIO ET5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 456 - 590 km
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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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NIO ET5

NIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,200 - 91,000 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
84 - 110 km
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,430 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Audi A5 Sportback have?

The Audi A5 Sportback is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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