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VW ID.7 vs NIO ET5 Wagon comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (46,400 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.7 or NIO ET5 Wagon?

VW ID.7 vs NIO ET5 Wagon: Key differences

VW ID.7

4.1 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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NIO ET5 Wagon

  • slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

ID.7

Costs and Efficiency:

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

NIO ET5 Wagon is slightly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the VW ID.7 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,661 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.7 is significantly more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.3 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5 Wagon. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.7 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 708 km, about 148 km more than the NIO ET5 Wagon.

ET5 Wagon

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 ET5 Wagon offers visibly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 Wagon is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the VW ID.7 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO ET5 Wagon is marginally faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the VW ID.7 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 Wagon delivers only slightly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 21 Nm more.

ID.7

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, VW ID.7 is only slightly lighter – 2,180 kg compared to 2,265 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.7 offers slightly more boot space – 532 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,586 L, about 286 L more than the NIO ET5 Wagon.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 465 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 Wagon comes out modestly ahead 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
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VW ID.7

VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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Reviews VW ID.7

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Mattis Everaert
6 Feb 2026, 07:59:02

Range is completely wrong compared to what’s shown. In reality you can only rely on about 60% of the distance. The boot only opens for whoever has the key? That’s a massive headache for my work.

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Boater Clareshin
2 Nov 2025, 12:59:15

It is a super comfortable car with a charging from 10-80% in less than 20 minutes. This car is also a very economic car as it is fully electric.

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,400 - 54,200 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Electric Range
435 - 560 km
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
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
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,180 - 2,325 kg
Curb weight
2,265 - 2,285 kg
Trunk capacity
532 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
4,961 mm
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,535 - 1,536 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,586 L
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
460 - 465 kg
Payload
445 - 465 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
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the VW ID.7 have?

The VW ID.7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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