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BMW 3 Series Touring vs NIO ET5 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (550 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (41100 £ vs 40700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or NIO ET5?
3 Series Touring
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
NIO ET5 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40700 £, while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41100 £. That’s a price difference of around 343 £.
As for range, the NIO ET5 performs clearly better – achieving up to 590 km, about 493 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.
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 Touring has a slightly edge – offering 550 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs distinct better – reaching 300 km/h, while the NIO ET5 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 700 Nm.
3 Series Touring
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, BMW 3 Series Touring is evident lighter – 1650 kg compared to 2215 kg. The difference is around 565 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers noticeable more room – 500 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 114 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs evident better – up to 1510 L, which is about 375 L more than the NIO ET5.
When it comes to payload, BMW 3 Series Touring hardly perceptible takes the win – 520 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
Who wins the race?
The NIO ET5 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
NIO ET5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £40,700
NIO ET5
BMW 3 Series Touring
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BMW 3 Series Touring
4.3 (1 Reviews)
The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.
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NIO ET5
5 (1 Reviews)
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 Touring
NIO ET5
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Price
40700 - 58700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
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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
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Electric Range
91 - 97 km
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
57 - 238 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1650 - 2025 kg
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Curb weight
2215 - 2235 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Length
4713 - 4801 mm
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Length
4790 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Width
1960 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1135 L
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Payload
405 - 520 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
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic 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 - 550 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
213 - 300 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 - 405 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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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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Is the BMW 3 Series Touring offered with different drivetrains?
The BMW 3 Series Touring is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.