Hyundai Ioniq 5 N vs NIO ES8
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | Hyundai Ioniq 5 N | NIO ES8 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max power (hp) | 650 | 653 | -0.5% |
| Max torque (Nm) | 770 | 850 | -9.4% |
| Energy use (kWh/100km) | 21.2 | 19.5 | +8.7% |
| NCAP safety | 5★ (Euro NCAP) | 5★ (C-NCAP) | — |
| Fuel type | Electric | Electric | — |
| Transmission | Automatic | Single-speed | — |
| Price (USD est.) | $80,892 | $83,720 | -3.4% |
- NIO ES8 makes about 0% more power (653 vs 650 hp).
- NIO ES8 is the more efficient EV, using 19.5 kWh/100km against 21.2.
- Prices are converted to USD from their home markets (Germany and China); taxes and availability differ by country.
Verdict: Ioniq 5 N or ES8?
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N advantages
- No decisive advantage on the tracked metrics.
NIO ES8 advantages
- Pulling torque (+9%)
- Energy efficiency (+8%)
Which should you choose?
- Choose the NIO ES8 if you tow, carry loads or drive hilly roads.
Value for money
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N delivers more horsepower per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N vs NIO ES8: which should you choose?
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N (2024 84 kWh N) — electric suv with 650 hp and 770 Nm, rated at 21.2 kWh/100km, 5-star Euro NCAP safety; priced near $80,892 in the Germany market.
NIO ES8 (2025 Executive Edition 100kWh (Gen 3)) — electric suv with 653 hp and 850 Nm, rated at 19.5 kWh/100km, 5-star C-NCAP safety; priced near $83,720 in the China market.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N vs NIO ES8: NIO ES8 is more powerful. NIO ES8 makes about 0% more power (653 vs 650 hp). NIO ES8 is the more efficient EV, using 19.5 kWh/100km against 21.2.
Performance
The NIO ES8 is the more powerful, at 653 hp against 650 hp, with 850 Nm of torque on tap. Its electric drivetrain pairs with a single-speed transmission.
Running costs
The NIO ES8 is the more efficient EV, drawing 19.5 kWh/100km against 21.2 — lower charging costs and, on the same battery, more range.
Safety
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is rated 5 stars by Euro NCAP and NIO ES8 5 stars by C-NCAP. Different NCAP programmes use different protocols, so same-programme comparisons are the most reliable.
Price and value
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N lists lower at about $80,892 (USD-converted from the Germany market). Factor in insurance, fuel or charging, taxes and resale — not just the sticker price.
The verdict
Both are credible choices in the car comparison space; the specification table above lays out every metric so you can weigh the trade-offs that matter to you. Pick the one whose strengths line up with how you will actually use it.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N better than the NIO ES8?
NIO ES8 is the clearly stronger overall choice, winning most of the dimensions that matter. NIO ES8 makes about 0% more power (653 vs 650 hp).
What is the main difference between the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and the NIO ES8?
NIO ES8 makes about 0% more power (653 vs 650 hp). NIO ES8 is the more efficient EV, using 19.5 kWh/100km against 21.2.
Which is better value?
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N delivers more horsepower per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
Which should I choose?
Choose the NIO ES8 if you tow, carry loads or drive hilly roads.
Methodology
Cars are compared on manufacturer-rated maximum power and torque, certified fuel economy (km/L, converted from each market's test cycle: EPA, WLTP, CLTC, JC08/WLTC, ARAI) or EV energy use (kWh/100km), official NCAP crash-test ratings from the model's home-market programme, and list prices converted to USD at recent exchange rates. Each model shows its newest listed year and its highest-priority market trim. Test cycles differ between regions, so cross-market economy figures are directional rather than exact; prices exclude local taxes and incentives.