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Mitsubishi Space Star vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (71 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (11,600 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Space Star or NIO ET5?

Mitsubishi Space Star vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Mitsubishi Space Star

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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NIO ET5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Space Star

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mitsubishi Space Star is significantly cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,066 £.

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 substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 419 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 10.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 is a bit faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Space Star tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 598 Nm more.

Space Star

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, Mitsubishi Space Star is clearly lighter – 940 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,275 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 offers markedly more boot space – 386 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

For maximum load capacity, the NIO ET5 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,135 L, about 223 L more than the Mitsubishi Space Star.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries moderately more – 475 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 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.

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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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Mitsubishi Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

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Reviews Mitsubishi Space Star

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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Bernard
19 May 2026, 19:43:01

Mitsubishi is more reliable brand, also the mirage /space star is more Fuel efficient than dacia Sandero

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Mitsubishi Space Star
NIO ET5

Costs and Consumption
Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
112 - 125 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
3,845 mm
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,665 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
359 - 400 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
71 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
102 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
52 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Mitsubishi Space Star have?

The Mitsubishi Space Star is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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