Compare performance (180 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (36,600 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Master Bus or NIO ET5?
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.
Renault Master Bus is moderately cheaper – starting at 36,600 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,127 £.
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 significantly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 310 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 is moderately faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Master Bus tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Master Bus is very slightly lighter – 2,189 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 26 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Master Bus offers clearly more capacity – up to 4,840 L, about 3,705 L more than the NIO ET5.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries clearly more – 1,254 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 779 kg.
The NIO ET5 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 Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.
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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
36,600 - 43,200 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 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
227 - 280 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
105 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
6 - 9
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 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
5,075 - 5,575 mm
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
2,070 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
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Payload
939 - 1,254 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
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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
135 - 180 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
360 - 400 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
99 - 132 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
2,299 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
NIO
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