NIO ET5 Long Range vs Polestar 2 Long Range Performance
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The NIO ET5 Long Range (2022-…) has a starting price of €68500, compared to the Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2023-…), which starts at €58775.
The NIO ET5 Long Range (2022-…) is a Sedan, whereas the Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2023-…) is a Liftback.
| Property | NIO ET5 Long Range | Polestar 2 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Available in the USA | No | Yes |
| Price Europe (New) | €68500 | €58775 |
| GCC Score | 7 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the NIO ET5 Long Range (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2023-…).
| Property | NIO ET5 Long Range | Polestar 2 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 398 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 590 km | 568 km |
| Range (GCC) | 494 km | 453 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 90 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.2 kWh/100 km | 17.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.49 km/kWh | 5.73 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.1 | 7.8 |
Charging
| Property | NIO ET5 Long Range | Polestar 2 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 127 kW | 205 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 6.9 |
Performance
| Property | NIO ET5 Long Range | Polestar 2 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: IM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 360 kW | 335 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 483 hp | 449 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 740 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4 s | 4.2 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 205 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.1 | 7.1 |
Dimensions
| Property | NIO ET5 Long Range | Polestar 2 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4790 mm | 4606 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2178 mm | 1985 mm |
| Height | 1499 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2888 mm | 2735 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | NIO ET5 Long Range | Polestar 2 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2235 kg | 2100 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 386 l | 407 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1097 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 33 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.3 | 5 |
