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NIO ET5 vs Lucid Air comparison
Compare performance (490 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 or Lucid Air?
NIO ET5 vs Lucid Air: Key differences
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 significantly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,143 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 5.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers visibly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 292 km more than the NIO ET5.
Air
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 Lucid Air offers substantially more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 761 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is clearly faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the NIO ET5 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 130 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers significantly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 1,240 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, Lucid Air is marginally lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers visibly more boot space – 627 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 241 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries a bit more – 588 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lucid Air 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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Lucid Air
NIO ET5
Lucid Air
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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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Lucid Air
The Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.
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NIO ET5
Lucid Air
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
4,790 mm
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Height
1,499 mm
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Height
1,409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
490 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
700 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
360 kW
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
NIO
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Brand
Lucid
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