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Dacia Duster vs NIO ET5 comparison
Compare performance (158 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (16,300 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or NIO ET5?
Duster
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.
Dacia Duster is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,437 £.
ET5
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the NIO ET5 offers considerably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 332 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.4 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 is very slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.
Duster
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, Dacia Duster is significantly lighter – 1,377 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 838 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Dacia Duster offers visibly more boot space – 517 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 131 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,609 L, about 474 L more than the NIO ET5.
When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries marginally more – 475 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
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.
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NIO ET5
Dacia Duster
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Dacia Duster
The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.
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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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Dacia Duster
NIO ET5
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
16,300 - 24,900 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.6 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
0.6 kWh
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
107 - 140 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 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
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
1,377 - 1,455 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Length
4,343 mm
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,813 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
1,656 - 1,659 mm
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,414 - 1,609 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
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Payload
402 - 453 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 158 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
190 - 230 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Dacia
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Brand
NIO
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