Compare performance (381 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or NIO EL7?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A6 Avant is visibly cheaper – starting at 49,700 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,628 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 Avant is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.5 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 7.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 Avant offers visibly more range – reaching up to 724 km, about 223 km more than the NIO EL7.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 381 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Audi A6 Avant takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A6 Avant is clearly lighter – 1,865 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 556 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers moderately more boot space – 570 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 67 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries moderately more – 570 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.
The Audi A6 Avant is barely ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Audi A6 Avant wraps executive poise and usable practicality into an impeccably finished estate that makes everyday driving feel noticeably more grown-up. It serves up a calm, composed ride and clever packaging for buyers who want space and refinement without ostentation — the sensible choice that still manages to impress.
detailsThe NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
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Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 14.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
94 - 724 km
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Electric Range
384 - 501 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 - 170 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,865 - 2,260 kg
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Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
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Trunk capacity
570 L
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Length
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Length
4,912 mm
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Width
1,875 - 1,923 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,720 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
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Payload
500 - 570 kg
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Payload
449 - 469 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 381 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
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Torque
850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 - 280 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
NIO
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