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NIO ET5 vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 90,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 or Porsche Cayenne?

NIO ET5 vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

NIO ET5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
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Porsche Cayenne

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  • considerably more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 90,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,457 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the NIO ET5 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 18.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.9 kWh/100km for the Porsche Cayenne. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Porsche Cayenne offers a bit more range – reaching up to 668 km, about 78 km more than the NIO ET5.

Cayenne

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 Porsche Cayenne offers considerably more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 666 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers significantly more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 800 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, Porsche Cayenne is very slightly lighter – 2,130 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers substantially more boot space – 781 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 395 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Cayenne carries noticeably more – 705 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne holds a decisive overall lead 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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Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 353 - 1,156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4 - 11 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 74 - 668 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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Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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NIO ET5
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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Price
90,200 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Electric Range
74 - 668 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 249 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
386 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
4,790 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,980 - 1,983 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
525 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Porsche
Is the NIO ET5 offered with different drivetrains?

The NIO ET5 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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