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CUPRA Tavascan vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or NIO EL8?

CUPRA Tavascan vs NIO EL8: Key differences

CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • visibly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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NIO EL8

  • considerably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Tavascan

Costs and Efficiency:

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

CUPRA Tavascan is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,286 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Tavascan is markedly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 5.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Tavascan offers barely more range – reaching up to 557 km, about 47 km more than the NIO EL8.

EL8

Engine and Performance:

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 EL8 offers considerably 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 EL8 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the CUPRA Tavascan takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 305 Nm more.

Tavascan

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Tavascan is visibly lighter – 2,096 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 517 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers significantly more boot space – 540 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 275 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries a bit more – 577 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 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.

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EL8

NIO EL8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 390 - 510 km
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CUPRA Tavascan

The Cupra Tavascan blends athletic styling with a premium, driver-focused cabin, giving the electric crossover a distinctly sporty character. It feels poised and engaging on the road while standing out with bold design cues and a modern, high-quality finish.

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Reviews CUPRA Tavascan

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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David
25 Apr 2026, 10:57:49

Both are very good. The range and energy consumption is beter in the cupra. The cupra is also more responsive and it handles beter. The Kia is more spacious and slightly beter tech wise. The Kia is more a family car.

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NIO EL8

The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42,800 - 50,500 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
441 - 557 km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,096 - 2,273 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
-
Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
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Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
507 - 518 kg
Payload
557 - 577 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
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
350 - 545 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
NIO
What drive types are available for the CUPRA Tavascan?

The CUPRA Tavascan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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