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Mazda MX-30 vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or NIO ET5?

Mazda MX-30 vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • markedly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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NIO ET5

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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-30

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-30 is markedly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,866 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda MX-30 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.3 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 505 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

ET5

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO ET5 offers clearly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 320 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 is markedly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

MX-30

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, Mazda MX-30 is slightly lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 366 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 offers very slightly more boot space – 386 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mazda MX-30 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,155 L, about 20 L more than the NIO ET5.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries a bit more – 475 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 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.

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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
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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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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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NIO ET5

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
22 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
1,849 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
402 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
170 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-30 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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