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NIO ET7 vs Audi A1 comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 20,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET7 or Audi A1?

NIO ET7 vs Audi A1: Key differences

NIO ET7

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Audi A1

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ET7

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.

Audi A1 is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,943 £.

A1

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO ET7 offers considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 446 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 530 Nm more.

ET7

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, Audi A1 is considerably lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 1,259 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET7 offers marginally more boot space – 363 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A1 carries barely more – 470 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 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.

from £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 584 km
NIO ET7
Audi A1

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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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NIO ET7
Audi A1

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
118 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
363 L
Trunk capacity
335 L
Length
5,101 mm
Length
-
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 466 kg
Payload
410 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2022
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
NIO
Brand
Audi
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