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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs NIO ET5 Wagon comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or NIO ET5 Wagon?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs NIO ET5 Wagon: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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NIO ET5 Wagon

  • a bit more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

IONIQ 6

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.

Hyundai IONIQ 6 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 39,000 £ , while the NIO ET5 Wagon costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,672 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is substantially more efficient: consuming 13.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5 Wagon. That’s a difference of about 5.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 120 km more than the NIO ET5 Wagon.

ET5 Wagon

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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers noticeably more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 160 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the NIO ET5 Wagon takes 4 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers very slightly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

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, Hyundai IONIQ 6 is a bit lighter – 1,892 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 373 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers a bit more boot space – 450 L compared to 401 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 Wagon carries only slightly more – 465 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is decisively ahead 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 £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 487 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
NIO ET5 Wagon

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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NIO ET5 Wagon

The 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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Hyundai IONIQ 6
NIO ET5 Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Electric Range
435 - 560 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
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
386 - 438 kg
Payload
445 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
NIO
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