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Audi Q8 e-tron vs NIO EL6 comparison
Compare performance (503 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (65,100 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 e-tron or NIO EL6?
Audi Q8 e-tron vs NIO EL6: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Q8 e-tron
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
NIO EL6 is significantly cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,200 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Audi Q8 e-tron is barely more efficient: consuming 19.7 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers a bit more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 66 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 Q8 e-tron offers only slightly more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.5 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
Looking at top speed, the Audi Q8 e-tron is barely faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the NIO EL6 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers visibly more torque with 973 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 273 Nm more.
Q8 e-tron
Space and Everyday Use:
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, NIO EL6 is slightly lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 370 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers barely more boot space – 597 L compared to 569 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,637 L, about 207 L more than the NIO EL6.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries markedly more – 595 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi Q8 e-tron comes out modestly 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.
from £65,100
Audi Q8 e-tron
Audi Q8 e-tron
NIO EL6
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Audi Q8 e-tron
The Audi Q8 e-tron wraps Audi’s usual premium polish into a quiet, composed electric SUV that feels refined and surprisingly effortless to drive. With a spacious, tech-forward cabin and understated road presence, it’s a practical yet stylish choice for buyers who want electric motoring without losing the dignity of a proper luxury SUV.
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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 Q8 e-tron
NIO EL6
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
4,915 mm
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Length
4,854 mm
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
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Height
1,703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 503 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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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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