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Audi Q5 vs NIO EL6 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (367 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (44800 £ vs 45900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or NIO EL6?
Q5
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Audi Q5 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44800 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1029 £.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 529 km, about 429 km more than the Audi Q5.
EL6
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 NIO EL6 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 490 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.50 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
In terms of top speed, the Audi Q5 performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the NIO EL6 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: NIO EL6 pulls somewhat stronger with 700 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.
Q5
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi Q5 is slightly lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2215 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.
In terms of boot space, the NIO EL6 offers to a small extent more room – 597 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q5 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1473 L, which is about 43 L more than the NIO EL6.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q5 to a small extent takes the win – 565 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The NIO EL6 holds a decisive overall lead 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.
Audi Q5
NIO EL6
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from about £45,900
NIO EL6
Audi Q5
4.3 (4 Reviews)
The Audi Q5 feels like the sensible luxury choice — polished cabin materials, a calm ride and enough tech to keep commuters and weekend adventurers equally pleased. It won't shout for attention but will quietly check the boxes for buyers who want refinement, space and everyday usability with a dash of Audi charisma.
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NIO EL6
The NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.
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Audi Q5
NIO EL6
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
44800 - 78900 £
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Price
45900 - 63900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh
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Electric Range
92 - 100 km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
56 - 189 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1910 - 2245 kg
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Curb weight
2215 - 2235 kg
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Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
4717 mm
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Length
4854 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1987 mm
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Height
1647 - 1656 mm
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Height
1703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1388 - 1473 L
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Max trunk capacity
1430 L
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Payload
490 - 565 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 367 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.50 s
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Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
NIO
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What drivetrain options does the Audi Q5 have?
The Audi Q5 is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-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.