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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs NIO ET5 comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or NIO ET5?
BMW 3 Series Saloon vs NIO ET5: Key differences
3 Series Saloon
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.
BMW 3 Series Saloon is marginally cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 772 £.
As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 489 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
ET5
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 BMW 3 Series Saloon offers barely more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is slightly faster – reaching 230 km/h, while the NIO ET5 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 700 Nm.
3 Series Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 640 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers slightly more boot space – 480 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries marginally more – 495 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The NIO ET5 stands well ahead of its rival 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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NIO ET5
BMW 3 Series Saloon
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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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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BMW 3 Series Saloon
NIO ET5
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
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Battery Capacity
19.5 kWh
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Length
4,713 mm
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
1,446 mm
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
230 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 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
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
NIO
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