Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro vs NIO ET5 Standard Range

Both vehicles are currently in production. The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) has a starting price of $67900, while the NIO ET5 Standard Range (2022-…) is not sold in the United States.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) is a Liftback, whereas the NIO ET5 Standard Range (2022-…) is a Sedan.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the NIO ET5 Standard Range (2022-…).

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the NIO ET5 Standard Range (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the NIO ET5 Standard Range (2022-…) maxes out at 140 kW.

The NIO ET5 Standard Range (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The NIO ET5 Standard Range (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) has a longer body, while the NIO ET5 Standard Range (2022-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…), but the NIO ET5 Standard Range (2022-…) doesn’t have one.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the NIO ET5 Standard Range (2022-…).