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Honda e:Ny1 vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda e:Ny1 or NIO ET5?

Honda e:Ny1 vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Honda e:Ny1

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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NIO ET5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

e:Ny1

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Honda e:Ny1 is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,294 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Honda e:Ny1 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 18.2 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 178 km more than the Honda e:Ny1.

ET5

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 NIO ET5 offers substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 286 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 Honda e:Ny1 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Honda e:Ny1 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.

e:Ny1

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Honda e:Ny1 is noticeably lighter – 1,730 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 offers marginally more boot space – 386 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Honda e:Ny1 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,176 L, about 41 L more than the NIO ET5.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries visibly more – 475 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 is far ahead 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.

from £40,700
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
Honda e:Ny1
NIO ET5

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Honda e:Ny1

The Honda e:Ny1 arrives as a cheeky, compact electric crossover that blends bold styling with clever practicality, perfect for city life and weekend escapes. Inside it's clean and tech-forward, offering a relaxed driving experience with enough space and refinement to make daily commutes feel surprisingly grown-up — and yes, the smile factor is real.

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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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Honda e:Ny1
NIO ET5

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 36,000 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
412 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
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,730 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
344 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
4,387 mm
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,584 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,136 - 1,176 L
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
350 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 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
Honda
Brand
NIO
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