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NIO ET5 Wagon vs Kia EV4 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 32,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 Wagon or Kia EV4 Hatchback?

NIO ET5 Wagon vs Kia EV4 Hatchback: Key differences

NIO ET5 Wagon

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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Kia EV4 Hatchback

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  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ET5 Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia EV4 Hatchback is markedly cheaper – starting at 32,200 £ , while the NIO ET5 Wagon costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,494 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV4 Hatchback is noticeably more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5 Wagon. That’s a difference of about 4.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV4 Hatchback offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 625 km, about 65 km more than the NIO ET5 Wagon.

EV4 Hatchback

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 substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 286 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 Wagon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Kia EV4 Hatchback takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 Wagon delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 417 Nm more.

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, Kia EV4 Hatchback is visibly lighter – 1,811 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 454 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers barely more boot space – 450 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 Wagon carries barely more – 465 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 Wagon is clearly superior 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.

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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Kia EV4 Hatchback

The Kia EV4 Hatchback paves the way for a sleek and efficient driving experience, capturing attention with its modern design and eco-friendly performance. Built with comfort and sustainability in mind, this hatchback redefines electric mobility for urban explorers and suburban commuters alike. Inside, the EV4 boasts a spacious and tech-savvy interior, offering drivers and passengers a seamless blend of innovation and practicality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Price
32,200 - 42,400 £
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
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
435 - 560 km
Electric Range
440 - 625 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
435 L
Length
4,790 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 465 kg
Payload
445 - 459 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
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the NIO ET5 Wagon?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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