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Audi A8 vs NIO ET5 Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (571 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (91400 £ vs 40700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or NIO ET5 Wagon?

Audi A8

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NIO ET5 Wagon

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

NIO ET5 Wagon has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40700 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50657 £.

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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 A8 has a to a small extent edge – offering 571 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the NIO ET5 Wagon takes 4 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A8 performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the NIO ET5 Wagon tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A8 pulls to a small extent stronger with 800 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Audi A8 is somewhat lighter – 2035 kg compared to 2265 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A8 offers to a small extent more room – 505 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A8 noticeable takes the win – 700 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.

Who wins the race?

The NIO ET5 Wagon proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
NIO ET5 Wagon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £40,700
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NIO ET5 Wagon

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.3 - 19.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 435 - 560 km
Audi A8
NIO ET5 Wagon

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Audi A8

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The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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NIO ET5 Wagon

The NIO ET5 Wagon blends sleek fastback styling with the sensible practicality of a wagon, delivering a premium-feeling cabin and clever cargo space that keeps life neatly packed. For buyers who want electric refinement without sacrificing family-hauler utility, the ET5 Wagon offers quiet, eager performance and smart packaging that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally enjoyable — yes, even with the dog and the golf clubs.

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Audi A8
NIO ET5 Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
91400 - 134900 £
Price
40700 - 58700 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
435 - 560 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
183 - 260 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2035 - 2295 kg
Curb weight
2265 - 2285 kg
Trunk capacity
505 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
5190 - 5320 mm
Length
4790 mm
Width
1945 mm
Width
1960 mm
Height
1473 - 1488 mm
Height
1499 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Payload
540 - 700 kg
Payload
445 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
NIO
Is the Audi A8 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.