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Suzuki Ignis vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (83 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (15,600 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Ignis or NIO ET5?

Suzuki Ignis vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Suzuki Ignis

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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NIO ET5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ignis

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Suzuki Ignis is clearly cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,106 £.

ET5

Engine and Performance:

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 substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 83 HP. That’s roughly 407 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Suzuki Ignis takes 12.7 s. That’s about 8.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Suzuki Ignis 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 107 Nm. That’s about 593 Nm more.

Ignis

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Ignis is substantially lighter – 935 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,280 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 offers markedly more boot space – 386 L compared to 267 L. That’s a difference of about 119 L.

For maximum load capacity, the NIO ET5 offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,135 L, about 35 L more than the Suzuki Ignis.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries a bit more – 475 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 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

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
Suzuki Ignis
NIO ET5

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Suzuki Ignis

The Suzuki Ignis is a cheeky compact crossover that turns city chores into cheerful adventures, with chunky styling and a surprisingly practical cabin. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its nimble manners, low running costs and ample personality make it an ideal pick for urban buyers who want fun without pretension.

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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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Suzuki Ignis
NIO ET5

Costs and Consumption

Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 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
110 - 122 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
3,700 mm
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,605 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
335 - 395 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
83 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
107 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
61 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2020
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
NIO
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