How does it compare?
Range
The NIO ET5 Touring flaunts an eye-popping range of 1010 km (627 miles), effortlessly scalping competitors. The Tesla Model S Long Range offers a commendable 652 km (405 miles), which seems almost paltry. The Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo lags with 455 km (283 miles), while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant scrapes by with 700 km (435 miles). When it comes to range, NIO is clearly in pole position.
Acceleration
Zip, zap, and you’re gone. The NIO ET5 Touring bolts from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4 seconds. The Tesla Model S Long Range manages a similar sprint in 3.7 seconds, making it a smidge faster but in everyday driving, who can really tell? The snooty Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo and its posh badge dart in 4.1 seconds, barely behind the NIO and not tasting dust. The Audi A6 e-tron Avant leisurely trots, achieving the same mark in around 5 seconds. You’ll be smiling behind NIO’s wheel, though, knowing youre experiencing luxurious swiftness at its finest.
Power
When it comes to muscle, the NIO ET5 Touring flexes with mighty 489 horses, capable of high-speed escapades at the twist of a cufflink. The Tesla Model S Long Range hammers with a jaw-dropping 670 hp, making it the heavyweight of this gathering. The Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo does not disappoint, bringing in a solid 469 hp, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant toasts a considerably lower yet respectable 476 hp. But, make no mistake, the NIO delivers the power you need with a whispering elegance.
Charging Time
Speeding ticket shenanigans aside, these stations need a recharge. The NIO ET5 Touring has a monstrously large 150 kWh battery, which takes around 6 hours on a Level 2 charger. The Tesla Model S Long Range, with its slightly smaller battery, takes around 1 hour using a Supercharger to get to 80 percent. Meanwhile, the Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo juices up in approximately 22.5 minutes to 80 percent using a fast charger, and the cutting-edge Audi A6 e-tron Avant requires roughly 25 minutes. So, while NIO catches its breath, you might enjoy a bit longer cappuccino break.
Price
How strapped will you leave the dealership? The NIO ET5 Touring comes with a sticker of $41,522 (£33,520/€38,500), quite the bargain! The Tesla Model S Long Range absolutely bursts the bank at $108,490 (£87,000/€100,644). Flashy Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo demands no less than $99,900 (£80,140/€92,740). Even the semi-affordable Audi A6 e-tron Avant starts at a respectable $74,800 (£60,000/€69,500).
There you have it. Turns out the NIO ET5 Touring is more than just a flashy newcomer. It sets new benchmarks that might just leave its upper-crust peers in second gear, all while delivering that satisfying mix of substance and style. Well done, NIO!
