Compare performance (490 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 or Mercedes EQT?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes EQT is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,940 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the NIO ET5 is marginally more efficient: consuming 18.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQT. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 312 km more than the Mercedes EQT.
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 substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 368 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 Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 8.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 is markedly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes EQT tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 455 Nm more.
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, Mercedes EQT is somewhat lighter – 1,925 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQT offers markedly more boot space – 551 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQT offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,979 L, about 844 L more than the NIO ET5.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQT carries slightly more – 531 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.
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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
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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
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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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
High Roof Estate
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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
1,925 - 2,023 kg
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
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Length
4,790 mm
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,499 mm
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Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Payload
457 - 531 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
490 HP
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Power HP
122 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
132 km/h
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Torque
700 Nm
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Torque
245 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
90 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
2,023 - 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
Mercedes-Benz
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