Compare performance (392 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or NIO ET5?
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.
NIO ET5 is slightly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,971 £.
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 ET5 offers moderately more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 98 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers only slightly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is markedly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 520 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers somewhat more boot space – 470 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries only slightly more – 480 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
The NIO ET5 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.
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.
detailsNIO 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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Price
45,700 - 68,800 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 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
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Length
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
-
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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
480 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
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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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 392 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
300 - 650 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
135 - 288 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
E, D, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
NIO
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