Global EV Comparison: NIO ET5 Long Range vs Mercedes EQE 350
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General Info
The NIO ET5 Long Range (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €68500. The Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €45880 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | NIO ET5 Long Range | Mercedes EQE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2022-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €68500 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €37354 | €45880 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the NIO ET5 Long Range (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | NIO ET5 Long Range | Mercedes EQE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 590 km | 621 km |
| Range (GCC) | 494 km | 503 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 98 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 90 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.2 kWh/100 km | 17.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.49 km/kWh | 5.65 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.9 | 8.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 170 kW, while the NIO ET5 Long Range (2022-…) maxes out at 127 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | NIO ET5 Long Range | Mercedes EQE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 127 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 6.5 |
Performance
The Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) is rear-wheel drive, while the NIO ET5 Long Range (2022-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The NIO ET5 Long Range (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | NIO ET5 Long Range | Mercedes EQE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 360 kW | 215 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 483 hp | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 565 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4 s | 6.4 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.1 | 5.1 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) stretches out longer, while the NIO ET5 Long Range (2022-…) compensates with a wider stance. As for height, they’re nearly identical, so headroom should be comparable.
The Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | NIO ET5 Long Range | Mercedes EQE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4790 mm | 4946 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2178 mm | 2103 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1906 mm |
| Height | 1499 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2888 mm | 3120 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The NIO ET5 Long Range (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mercedes EQE 350 (2022-2023).
| Property | NIO ET5 Long Range | Mercedes EQE 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2235 kg | 2405 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 386 l | 430 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 895 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1400 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.3 | 5.5 |
