Compare performance (8 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (6,800 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Rocks Electric or Maxus Euniq 5?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Vauxhall Rocks Electric is significantly cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Maxus Euniq 5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,551 £.
As for electric range, the Maxus Euniq 5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 360 km, about 285 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.
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 Maxus Euniq 5 offers significantly more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Maxus Euniq 5 delivers considerably more torque with 310 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Maxus Euniq 5 offers more seats – 6 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 1,252 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Rocks Electric offers substantially more boot space – 63 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.
When it comes to payload, the Maxus Euniq 5 carries significantly more – 541 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 399 kg.
The Vauxhall Rocks Electric 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.
The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.
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The Maxus Euniq 5 is a no-nonsense electric people carrier that pairs a cavernous interior with an unexpectedly polished cabin, so family duty feels a little less like a chore. It won’t set your pulse racing, but for buyers after fuss-free electric propulsion, flexible seating and clever everyday practicality, it’s a genuinely sensible and likeable choice.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
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Price
46,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
75 km
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Electric Range
360 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
MPV
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Seats
2
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Seats
6
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
558 kg
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Curb weight
1,810 kg
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
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Length
4,825 mm
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Width
1,388 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Height
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Height
1,800 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
142 kg
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Payload
541 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
8 HP
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Power HP
177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Torque
40 Nm
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Torque
310 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
6 kW
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Power kW
130 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Maxus
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