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VW Arteon vs NIO ET5 comparison
Compare performance (320 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Arteon or NIO ET5?
VW Arteon vs NIO ET5: Key differences
Arteon
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
NIO ET5 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,567 £.
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 NIO ET5 offers noticeably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Arteon is slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the NIO ET5 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.
Arteon
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, VW Arteon is visibly lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 608 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers clearly more boot space – 590 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 204 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,632 L, about 497 L more than the NIO ET5.
When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries somewhat more – 569 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The NIO ET5 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.
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NIO ET5
VW Arteon
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VW Arteon
The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.
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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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VW Arteon
NIO ET5
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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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
133 - 195 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1,607 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
590 L
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Length
4,866 mm
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,871 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
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Payload
467 - 569 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
150 - 320 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
320 - 420 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
110 - 235 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
VW
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Brand
NIO
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