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NIO ET5 Wagon vs Audi Q3 comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 38,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 Wagon or Audi Q3?

NIO ET5 Wagon vs Audi Q3: Key differences

NIO ET5 Wagon

  • clearly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Audi Q3

4.3 (4 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • only slightly 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ET5 Wagon

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.

Audi Q3 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 38,200 £ , while the NIO ET5 Wagon costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,486 £.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers considerably more range – reaching up to 560 km, about 441 km more than the Audi Q3.

Q3

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 Wagon offers clearly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 218 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 Audi Q3 takes 5.7 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 Wagon delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Audi Q3 is visibly lighter – 1,635 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 630 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q3 offers only slightly more boot space – 488 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q3 carries somewhat more – 535 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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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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NIO ET5 Wagon

The 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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Audi Q3

The Audi Q3 is a compact premium crossover that blends sharp styling with a well-crafted interior, making it an appealing choice for urban drivers who want a touch of luxury. It delivers a composed ride, intuitive tech features and a practical cabin, so it works well as a comfortable daily driver with an upscale feel.

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Del
16 Jun 2026, 12:27:22

Very comfortable and very enjoyable to drive, interior very pleasant. Only missing the automatic controls.

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2 Nov 2025, 22:05:04

Very comfortable. Precise steering. E35 petrol engine, 150 hp — sufficient. Manual gearbox very good and well-geared. Looks very handsome. Very large boot. Premium interior.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Price
38,200 - 52,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
435 - 560 km
Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
39 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
Curb weight
1,635 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Length
4,790 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 465 kg
Payload
505 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B, F
Brand
NIO
Brand
Audi
What drive types are available for the NIO ET5 Wagon?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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