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NIO ET5 vs Honda Civic comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 32,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 or Honda Civic?

NIO ET5 vs Honda Civic: Key differences

NIO ET5

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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Honda Civic

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • substantially 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

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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.

Honda Civic is noticeably cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,229 £.

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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 offers substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 306 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 385 Nm more.

ET5

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, Honda Civic is substantially lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 698 kg.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries moderately more – 475 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 is far ahead 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.

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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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Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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Reviews Honda Civic

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Galym
6 Feb 2026, 11:09:51

I used to have a petrol Civic and recently had the chance to drive the Civic hybrid. What a difference! Of course you’ve got to buy it! It’s a car that puts a big grin on your face behind the wheel. Sporty, eye-catching design.

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NIO ET5
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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 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
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co2
0 g/km
co2
108 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
386 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,790 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
348 - 397 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

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

The NIO ET5 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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