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NIO ET5 vs Porsche Taycan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (490 HP vs 1034 HP), boot space and price (40700 £ vs 87900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 or Porsche Taycan?

NIO ET5

5 (1 Reviews)
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Porsche Taycan

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40700 £, while the Porsche Taycan costs 87900 £. That’s a price difference of around 47228 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Porsche Taycan: with 16.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the NIO ET5 with 18.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.90 kWh.

As for range, the Porsche Taycan performs slightly better – achieving up to 680 km, about 90 km more than the NIO ET5.

Taycan

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 Taycan has a clearly edge – offering 1034 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 544 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Taycan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.20 s, while the NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Taycan performs distinct better – reaching 305 km/h, while the NIO ET5 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 105 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Taycan pulls decisively stronger with 1340 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 640 Nm difference.

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.

Seats: NIO ET5 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Porsche Taycan is hardly perceptible lighter – 2165 kg compared to 2215 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Taycan offers minimal more room – 407 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan clearly perceptible takes the win – 635 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche Taycan proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Taycan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £87,900
Taycan

Porsche Taycan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 1034 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 20.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 552 - 680 km
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NIO ET5

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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 Taycan

The Porsche Taycan blends Porsche's razor-sharp handling with electric immediacy, delivering an exhilarating, near-silent shove that still feels unmistakably sporty. Inside it's a high-tech cockpit wrapped in premium materials, making it as rewarding to live with day to day as it is thrilling to drive on a twisty road.

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Taycan

Costs and Consumption
Price
40700 - 58700 £
Price
87900 - 206700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Electric Range
552 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2215 - 2235 kg
Curb weight
2165 - 2370 kg
Trunk capacity
386 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
Length
4790 mm
Length
4962 - 4968 mm
Width
1960 mm
Width
1966 - 1998 mm
Height
1499 mm
Height
1378 - 1381 mm
Max trunk capacity
1135 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
175 - 635 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
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
408 - 1034 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 305 km/h
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
410 - 1340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
300 - 760 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Porsche

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What drivetrain options does the NIO ET5 have?

The NIO ET5 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.