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NIO ET7 vs Hyundai i20 comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 18,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET7 or Hyundai i20?

NIO ET7 vs Hyundai i20: Key differences

NIO ET7

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ET7

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Hyundai i20 is significantly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,100 £.

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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 NIO ET7 offers substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 563 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 7.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers substantially more torque with 850 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 678 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, Hyundai i20 is clearly lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 1,289 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET7 offers marginally more boot space – 363 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries barely more – 466 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 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
Hyundai i20

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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NIO ET7
Hyundai i20

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 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
128 - 129 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
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Trunk capacity
363 L
Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
5,101 mm
Length
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Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 466 kg
Payload
455 - 465 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
90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
850 Nm
Torque
172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
66 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General

Model Year
2022
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
NIO
Brand
Hyundai
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