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Maxus Mifa 9 vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (245 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (59,100 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Maxus Mifa 9 or NIO ET5?

Maxus Mifa 9 vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Maxus Mifa 9

  • moderately more trunk space
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NIO ET5

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Mifa 9

Costs and Efficiency:

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

NIO ET5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Maxus Mifa 9 costs 59,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,420 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the NIO ET5 is a bit more efficient: consuming 18.6 kWh/100km compared to 21.3 kWh/100km for the Maxus Mifa 9. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 150 km more than the Maxus Mifa 9.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Maxus Mifa 9 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 is marginally faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Maxus Mifa 9 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 350 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Maxus Mifa 9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, NIO ET5 is barely lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,385 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maxus Mifa 9 offers moderately more boot space – 466 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Maxus Mifa 9 offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,017 L, about 882 L more than the NIO ET5.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus Mifa 9 carries markedly more – 615 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 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.

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
Maxus Mifa 9
NIO ET5

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Maxus Mifa 9

The Maxus Mifa 9 arrives as a roomy, tech-laden electric MPV that quietly turns family hauling into a first-class commute. With an airy cabin, smart infotainment and a calm, refined ride, it’s an appealing choice for buyers who want practicality without sacrificing polish — and yes, it’s surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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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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Maxus Mifa 9
NIO ET5

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,100 - 71,100 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.3 - 21.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
430 - 440 km
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
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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
MPV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,385 - 2,610 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
5,270 mm
Length
4,790 mm
Width
2,000 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,840 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,017 L
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
485 - 615 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
245 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
350 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
180 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
Maxus
Brand
NIO
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