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NIO ET5 Wagon vs Hyundai Inster comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 20,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 Wagon or Hyundai Inster?

NIO ET5 Wagon vs Hyundai Inster: Key differences

NIO ET5 Wagon

  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Hyundai Inster

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Inster is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the NIO ET5 Wagon costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,800 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Inster is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5 Wagon. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 560 km, about 190 km more than the Hyundai Inster.

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Engine and Performance:

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 NIO ET5 Wagon offers clearly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 375 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 Hyundai Inster takes 10.6 s. That’s about 6.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 Wagon delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 147 Nm. That’s about 553 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: NIO ET5 Wagon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Inster is considerably lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 885 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers markedly more boot space – 450 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 Wagon carries noticeably more – 465 kg compared to 357 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 Wagon holds a decisive overall lead 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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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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Hyundai Inster

The Inster has quickly captured the attention of automotive enthusiasts with its striking design and dynamic performance. This model seamlessly blends advanced technology with comfort, making it an ideal choice for both daily commutes and adventurous road trips. With its spacious interior and innovative features, the Inster promises an exhilarating driving experience that doesn’t compromise on practicality.

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Reviews Hyundai Inster

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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HL
12 Jun 2026, 07:14:37

Practical car with a fresh look and plenty of choices when it comes to equipment. For us it came down to a Ford and a Hyundai. In my experience the Ford Puma e felt a bit bumpier and the Inster is calmer, partly thanks to the long wheelbase. That the Ford doesn’t have a heat pump is a miss. The Inster’s coffee-break alert gets on your nerves almost immediately and apparently can’t be switched off. Hyundai blames EU rules, but there must be a solution? This misses the mark!

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NIO ET5 Wagon
Hyundai Inster

Costs and Consumption
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Price
20,900 - 26,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
435 - 560 km
Electric Range
327 - 370 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,433 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
238 - 280 L
Length
4,790 mm
Length
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Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,610 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
445 - 465 kg
Payload
317 - 357 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
97 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
147 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
71 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the NIO ET5 Wagon?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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