Nio ET5 vs Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: Nio ET5 vs Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins this head-to-head
It wins 6 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 5 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | ET5 | IONIQ 6 SE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins | 550 km | 581 km |
| Battery IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins | 75 kWh | 77.4 kWh |
| Efficiency IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins | 16.3 kWh/100km | 13.3 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h ET5 wins | 4 s | 6.2 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins | ~30 min | ~18 min |
| Seats tie | 5 | 5 |
| Price IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins | $45,000 | $44,950 |
| Rating IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins | 4.3 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $367/yr | $299/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | ET5 | IONIQ 6 SE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 75 kWh | 77.4 kWh |
| Range | 550 km (WLTP) | 361 mi (EPA) |
| Top speed | 200 km/h | 115 mph |
| Power | AWD · 489 hp | RWD · 225 hp |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.0 s | — |
| Charging (10-80%) | ~30 min | ~18 min |
| Drive | Dual motor AWD | — |
| Efficiency | 16.3 kWh/100 km | — |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo | 380 L | — |
| 0-60 mph | — | 6.2 s |
| Architecture | — | 800V |
Nio ET5
Pros
- Battery-swap option
- Superb interior
- Very quick
- Strong build quality
Cons
- Expensive with options
- Swap network limited outside China
- Small boot
- Heavy
Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range
Pros
- Outstanding efficiency
- Very fast 800V charging
- Comfortable ride
- Generous standard tech
Cons
- Tight rear headroom
- Small trunk opening
- Some cheap interior plastics
- No frunk
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range really better than Nio ET5?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, Nio ET5 or Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range?
550 km vs 581 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $367/yr for the Nio ET5 and $299/yr for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 SE Long Range.
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