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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (551 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (53,800 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Sportback or NIO EL6?

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs NIO EL6: Key differences

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • a bit more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A6 e-tron Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

NIO EL6 is slightly cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback costs 53,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,971 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is substantially more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 6.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers markedly more range – reaching up to 754 km, about 225 km more than the NIO EL6.

EL6

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers somewhat more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the NIO EL6 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is somewhat faster – reaching 240 km/h, while the NIO EL6 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback delivers somewhat more torque with 855 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.

A6 e-tron Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is barely lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers a bit more boot space – 597 L compared to 502 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

For maximum load capacity, the NIO EL6 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,430 L, about 100 L more than the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback carries barely more – 500 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £53,800
A6 e-tron Sportback

Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 326 - 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 572 - 754 km
Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback

The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback wraps futuristic electric technology in elegant, coupe-like proportions, so you arrive looking sharp without shouting for attention. Inside, refined materials and a calm, driver-focused layout make it a convincing choice for buyers who want quiet, effortless performance with a dash of everyday practicality — the kind of car that raises eyebrows without saying a word.

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NIO EL6

The NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.

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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption

Price
53,800 - 98,700 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
572 - 754 km
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,400 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
4,928 mm
Length
4,854 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,465 - 1,487 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,330 L
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
NIO
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