Compare performance (340 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q4 e-tron or NIO EL7?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi Q4 e-tron is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,628 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Audi Q4 e-tron is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 7.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers slightly more range – reaching up to 592 km, about 91 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 340 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Audi Q4 e-tron takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 171 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Audi Q4 e-tron is slightly lighter – 2,035 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 386 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers very slightly more boot space – 570 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q4 e-tron carries very slightly more – 515 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.
The NIO EL7 has only a minor advantage 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 Q4 e-tron blends Audi’s clean, modern styling with a practical, well-built interior, making it a refined option for buyers who want a premium electric compact SUV. It offers a quiet, composed ride and intuitive tech, so it’s well suited to daily commuting and family duties while keeping the switch to electric straightforward.
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.
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Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
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Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
440 - 592 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 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
SUV
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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
2,035 - 2,235 kg
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Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
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Trunk capacity
515 - 535 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
1,865 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
505 - 515 kg
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Payload
449 - 469 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 340 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 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
350 - 679 Nm
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Torque
850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 - 250 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
NIO
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