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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (229 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or NIO ET7?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs NIO ET7: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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NIO ET7

  • considerably more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

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

IONIQ 5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai IONIQ 5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,586 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is clearly more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 3.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET7 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 14 km more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

ET7

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 ET7 offers considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 229 HP. That’s roughly 424 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers significantly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

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, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is visibly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 479 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers visibly more boot space – 520 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 carries slightly more – 530 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 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.

from £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 584 km
Hyundai IONIQ 5
NIO ET7

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

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.

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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5
NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
-
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 530 kg
Payload
446 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
350 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 168 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
NIO
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