Compare performance (650 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (38500 £ vs 40700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or NIO ET5 Wagon?
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.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38500 £ , while the NIO ET5 Wagon costs 40700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2229 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai IONIQ 5: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the NIO ET5 Wagon with 19.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.70 kWh.
As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs slight better – achieving up to 570 km, about 10 km more than the NIO ET5 Wagon.
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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a noticeable edge – offering 650 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 160 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the NIO ET5 Wagon takes 4 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs evident better – reaching 260 km/h, while the NIO ET5 Wagon tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai IONIQ 5 pulls minimal stronger with 770 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.
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, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is to a small extent lighter – 1955 kg compared to 2265 kg. The difference is around 310 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers a bit more room – 520 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs to a small extent better – up to 1580 L, which is about 280 L more than the NIO ET5 Wagon.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai IONIQ 5 slightly takes the win – 530 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 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.
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.
detailsThe NIO ET5 Wagon blends sleek fastback styling with the sensible practicality of a wagon, delivering a premium-feeling cabin and clever cargo space that keeps life neatly packed. For buyers who want electric refinement without sacrificing family-hauler utility, the ET5 Wagon offers quiet, eager performance and smart packaging that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally enjoyable — yes, even with the dog and the golf clubs.
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Price
38500 - 64200 £
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Price
40700 - 58700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh
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Electric Range
440 - 570 km
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Electric Range
435 - 560 km
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1955 - 2275 kg
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Curb weight
2265 - 2285 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Length
4655 - 4715 mm
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Length
4790 mm
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Width
1890 - 1940 mm
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Width
1960 mm
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Height
1585 - 1605 mm
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Height
1499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1540 - 1580 L
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Payload
385 - 530 kg
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Payload
445 - 465 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction 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
170 - 650 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 478 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
NIO
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The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.