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NIO ET5 vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

NIO ET5 vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Key differences

NIO ET5

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  • noticeably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • slightly 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.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is visibly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,357 £.

2 Series Gran Coupe

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 noticeably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

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

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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, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 720 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe carries marginally more – 485 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 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.

from £40,700
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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 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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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 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
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Trunk capacity
386 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
4,790 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

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

The NIO ET5 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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