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Micro Microlino vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (17 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (15,400 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Micro Microlino or NIO ET5?

Micro Microlino vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Micro Microlino

3.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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NIO ET5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Microlino

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Micro Microlino is clearly cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,294 £.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 362 km more than the Micro Microlino.

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 considerably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 17 HP. That’s roughly 473 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 89 Nm. That’s about 611 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: NIO ET5 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Micro Microlino is considerably lighter – 596 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,619 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 offers clearly more boot space – 386 L compared to 230 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries substantially more – 475 kg compared to 154 kg. That’s a difference of about 321 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.

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
Micro Microlino
NIO ET5

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Micro Microlino

The Micro Microlino is a delightful retro-styled city runabout that feels like a modern reinterpretation of a classic bubble car, perfect for threading through tight streets and turning heads at every junction. It’s unabashedly charming and ideal for urban life, but buyers should embrace the playful simplicity over family-hauler practicality.

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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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Micro Microlino
NIO ET5

Costs and Consumption

Price
15,400 - 22,300 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
93 - 228 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
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback, Convertible
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
596 - 630 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
230 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,473 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
120 - 154 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 - 17 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
89 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
6 - 12 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Micro
Brand
NIO
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