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NIO ET5 vs Aston Martin DB12 comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 or Aston Martin DB12?

NIO ET5 vs Aston Martin DB12: Key differences

NIO ET5

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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more trunk space
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Aston Martin DB12

  • visibly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ET5

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.

NIO ET5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 152,143 £.

DB12

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DB12 offers visibly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers slightly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

ET5

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DB12 is noticeably lighter – 1,788 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 427 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 offers markedly more boot space – 386 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 124 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 stands well ahead of its rival 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
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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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Aston Martin DB12

The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
276 - 278 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Trunk capacity
386 L
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Length
4,790 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
NIO
Brand
Aston Martin
Is the NIO ET5 offered with different drivetrains?

The NIO ET5 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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