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Toyota Corolla vs NIO ET5 Wagon comparison

Compare performance (178 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Corolla or NIO ET5 Wagon?

Toyota Corolla vs NIO ET5 Wagon: Key differences

Toyota Corolla

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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NIO ET5 Wagon

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Corolla

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.

Toyota Corolla is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the NIO ET5 Wagon costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,137 £.

ET5 Wagon

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 Wagon offers significantly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 312 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 Wagon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 Wagon is only slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

Corolla

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is considerably lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 845 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers somewhat more boot space – 450 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.

For maximum load capacity, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,300 L, about 248 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 Wagon carries only slightly more – 465 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 Wagon stands well ahead of its rival 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
Toyota Corolla
NIO ET5 Wagon

Costs and Consumption

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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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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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Toyota Corolla
NIO ET5 Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 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
100 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
4,370 mm
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
400 - 450 kg
Payload
445 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
NIO
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