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BYD Han vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or NIO ET5?

BYD Han vs NIO ET5: Key differences

BYD Han

  • marginally more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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NIO ET5

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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

NIO ET5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,446 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Han is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 69 km more than the BYD Han.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Han offers marginally more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 is barely faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the BYD Han tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 700 Nm.

Han

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 terms of curb weight, NIO ET5 is only slightly lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Han offers only slightly more boot space – 410 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries clearly more – 475 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 is clearly superior overall 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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ET5

NIO ET5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 456 - 590 km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
335 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
NIO
Is the BYD Han offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD Han is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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