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SsangYong Tivoli vs NIO ET5 Wagon comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Tivoli or NIO ET5 Wagon?

SsangYong Tivoli vs NIO ET5 Wagon: Key differences

SsangYong Tivoli

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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NIO ET5 Wagon

  • substantially more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Tivoli

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

SsangYong Tivoli is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the NIO ET5 Wagon costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,294 £.

ET5 Wagon

Engine and Performance:

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 Wagon offers substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 327 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 Wagon is only slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the SsangYong Tivoli tops out at 181 km/h. The difference is around 19 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 Wagon delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

Tivoli

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, SsangYong Tivoli is clearly lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 890 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Tivoli offers markedly more boot space – 720 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.

For maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Tivoli offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,440 L, about 140 L more than the NIO ET5 Wagon.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 Wagon carries very slightly more – 465 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 Wagon is clearly superior 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.

from £40,700
ET5 Wagon

NIO ET5 Wagon

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 435 - 560 km
SsangYong Tivoli
NIO ET5 Wagon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Tivoli

The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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NIO ET5 Wagon

The NIO ET5 Wagon blends sleek fastback styling with the sensible practicality of a wagon, delivering a premium-feeling cabin and clever cargo space that keeps life neatly packed. For buyers who want electric refinement without sacrificing family-hauler utility, the ET5 Wagon offers quiet, eager performance and smart packaging that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally enjoyable — yes, even with the dog and the golf clubs.

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SsangYong Tivoli
NIO ET5 Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
435 - 560 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
161 - 191 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
425 - 455 kg
Payload
445 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
NIO
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