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VW ID.5 vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (299 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or NIO EL8?

VW ID.5 vs NIO EL8: Key differences

VW ID.5

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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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NIO EL8

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ID.5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,892 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.5 is markedly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 5.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.5 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 571 km, about 61 km more than the NIO EL8.

EL8

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 EL8 offers significantly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 299 HP. That’s roughly 354 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 6.1 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 305 Nm more.

ID.5

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.5 is visibly lighter – 2,051 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 562 kg.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries very slightly more – 577 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 is clearly ahead 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 £71,100
EL8

NIO EL8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 390 - 510 km
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VW ID.5

VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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NIO EL8

Costs and Consumption
Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
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Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
-
Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
529 - 552 kg
Payload
557 - 577 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
190 - 299 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
NIO
Is the VW ID.5 offered with different drivetrains?

The VW ID.5 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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