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 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.
Mazda MX-30 is markedly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the NIO ET5 Wagon 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 19.3 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5 Wagon. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers significantly more range – reaching up to 560 km, about 475 km more than the Mazda MX-30.
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 Wagon offers considerably 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 Wagon is significantly 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 Wagon 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.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-30 is clearly lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 416 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers noticeably more boot space – 450 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.
For maximum load capacity, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,300 L, about 145 L more than the Mazda MX-30.
When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 Wagon carries slightly more – 465 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.
The NIO ET5 Wagon is far ahead 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 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.
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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
435 - 560 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
22 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
1,849 kg
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Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
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Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Length
4,395 mm
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
1,555 mm
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
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Payload
402 kg
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Payload
445 - 465 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
-
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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 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
830 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
NIO
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