Compare performance (190 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or NIO ET5?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
SsangYong Korando is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,723 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the SsangYong Korando is slightly more efficient: consuming 16.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 251 km more than the SsangYong Korando.
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 NIO ET5 offers significantly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 300 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 is marginally faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the SsangYong Korando tops out at 191 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.
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, SsangYong Korando is considerably lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 698 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.
For maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Korando offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,248 L, about 113 L more than the NIO ET5.
When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries very slightly more – 475 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.
The NIO ET5 is far ahead overall 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 SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
detailsNIO 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
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 km
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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
0 - 197 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
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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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, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
260 - 360 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
120 - 140 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
SsangYong
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Brand
NIO
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