Compare performance (102 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or NIO ET5?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Express is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,589 £.
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 ET5 offers clearly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 388 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7.9 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 is moderately faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 460 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: NIO ET5 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is clearly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 919 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Express offers clearly more capacity – up to 3,300 L, about 2,165 L more than the NIO ET5.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries markedly more – 700 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 kg.
The NIO ET5 holds a decisive overall lead 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 Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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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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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
121 - 149 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Length
4,393 mm
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,775 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
1,811 mm
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manual
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
75 - 102 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2021
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
NIO
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