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Mercedes E-Class Estate vs NIO ET5 Wagon comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class Estate or NIO ET5 Wagon?

Mercedes E-Class Estate vs NIO ET5 Wagon: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • a bit more power
  • somewhat lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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NIO ET5 Wagon

  • visibly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E-Class Estate

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

NIO ET5 Wagon is visibly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,918 £.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers considerably more range – reaching up to 560 km, about 451 km more than the Mercedes E-Class Estate.

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 Mercedes E-Class Estate offers a bit more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 Wagon is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mercedes E-Class Estate takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

E-Class Estate

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, Mercedes E-Class Estate is somewhat lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers markedly more boot space – 615 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries markedly more – 645 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 Wagon 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 £40,700
ET5 Wagon

NIO ET5 Wagon

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 435 - 560 km
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
435 - 560 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
445 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes E-Class Estate have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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