Compare performance (585 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 40700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or NIO ET5 Wagon?
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 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40700 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9776 £.
As for electric range, the NIO ET5 Wagon performs clearly better – achieving up to 560 km, about 444 km more than the Mercedes E Class.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E Class has a somewhat edge – offering 585 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E Class performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the NIO ET5 Wagon tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes E Class pulls minimal stronger with 750 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Mercedes E Class is evident lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2265 kg. The difference is around 455 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers slightly more room – 540 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class clearly perceptible takes the win – 640 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.
The NIO ET5 Wagon 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.
The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Price
40700 - 58700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh
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Electric Range
101 - 116 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
39 - 172 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Curb weight
2265 - 2285 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Length
4949 mm
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Length
4790 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Width
1960 mm
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Height
1468 - 1469 mm
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Height
1499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Payload
445 - 465 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
NIO
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The Mercedes E Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.