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Volvo EX90 vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (73,700 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX90 or NIO ET5?

Volvo EX90 vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Volvo EX90

  • visibly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • marginally more electric range

NIO ET5

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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter

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

EX90

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.

NIO ET5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Volvo EX90 costs 73,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,991 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX90 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX90 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 30 km more than the NIO ET5.

ET5

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX90 offers visibly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Volvo EX90 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX90 delivers a bit more torque with 870 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

EX90

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.

Seats: Volvo EX90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, NIO ET5 is somewhat lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 340 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX90 carries somewhat more – 585 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX90 holds a narrow overall lead 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 £73,700
EX90

Volvo EX90

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 570 - 620 km
Volvo EX90
NIO ET5

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Volvo EX90

The Volvo EX90 feels like a Scandinavian fortress on wheels, combining serene luxury with smart safety features that make everyday driving remarkably calm and confident. It dresses cutting-edge electric technology in understated elegance, so buyers who want peace of mind without shouting about it will find it hard to resist.

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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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Volvo EX90
NIO ET5

Costs and Consumption

Price
73,700 - 91,700 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,764 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
544 - 585 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
NIO
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