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NIO ET5 vs Audi A6 Avant comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 367 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 49,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 or Audi A6 Avant?

NIO ET5 vs Audi A6 Avant: Key differences

NIO ET5

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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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Audi A6 Avant

  • moderately lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

NIO ET5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,000 £.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 489 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.

A6 Avant

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 markedly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers a bit more torque with 700 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

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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 A6 Avant is moderately lighter – 1,865 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers visibly more boot space – 503 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries somewhat more – 570 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 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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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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The Audi A6 Avant wraps executive poise and usable practicality into an impeccably finished estate that makes everyday driving feel noticeably more grown-up. It serves up a calm, composed ride and clever packaging for buyers who want space and refinement without ostentation — the sensible choice that still manages to impress.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Electric Range
94 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
53 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,865 - 2,240 kg
Trunk capacity
386 L
Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
Length
4,790 mm
Length
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Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
535 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
204 - 367 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
NIO
Brand
Audi
Is the NIO ET5 offered with different drivetrains?

The NIO ET5 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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