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NIO ET5 vs Leapmotor C10 comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 598 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 or Leapmotor C10?

NIO ET5 vs Leapmotor C10: Key differences

NIO ET5

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  • somewhat more electric range
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Leapmotor C10

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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ET5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Leapmotor C10 is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,200 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,486 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Leapmotor C10 is slightly more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 2.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 80 km more than the Leapmotor C10.

C10

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 Leapmotor C10 offers moderately more power – delivering 598 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Leapmotor C10 delivers barely more torque with 720 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

ET5

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Leapmotor C10 is somewhat lighter – 1,950 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Leapmotor C10 offers moderately more boot space – 435 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the Leapmotor C10 carries marginally more – 480 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Leapmotor C10 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.

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C10

Leapmotor C10

  • Engine Type Electric, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 215 - 598 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.2 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 145 - 510 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Price
32,200 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Electric Range
145 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,950 - 2,264 kg
Trunk capacity
386 L
Trunk capacity
400 - 435 L
Length
4,790 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
400 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
215 - 598 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
320 - 720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
158 - 440 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
Brand
NIO
Brand
Leapmotor
Is the NIO ET5 offered with different drivetrains?

The NIO ET5 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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