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Renault Austral vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (148 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (29,900 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Austral or NIO ET5?

Renault Austral vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Renault Austral

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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NIO ET5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Austral

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Austral is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,800 £.

ET5

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 NIO ET5 offers considerably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 148 HP. That’s roughly 342 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Renault Austral takes 9.9 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.

Austral

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, Renault Austral is substantially lighter – 1,548 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 667 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Austral offers clearly more boot space – 555 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries marginally more – 475 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £40,700
ET5

NIO ET5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 456 - 590 km
Renault Austral
NIO ET5

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Renault Austral

The Renault Austral is a stylish, well-built crossover that blends a comfortable ride with a spacious, modern cabin. It combines everyday-friendly refinement and contemporary technology with a focus on safety and practicality, making it a sensible choice for drivers who want an all-round family car.

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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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Renault Austral
NIO ET5

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
145 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,548 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
148 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
270 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
109 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
NIO
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