Compare performance (70 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (14,100 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or NIO EL6?
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.
Fiat Panda is substantially cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,723 £.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL6 offers considerably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 420 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.9 s. That’s about 9.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the NIO EL6 is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Fiat Panda tops out at 164 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 608 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.
Seats: NIO EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat Panda is substantially lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,160 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers substantially more boot space – 597 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 372 L.
For maximum load capacity, the NIO EL6 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,430 L, about 560 L more than the Fiat Panda.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries markedly more – 475 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.
The NIO EL6 is far ahead overall 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 Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.
detailsThe 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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Price
14,100 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
113 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,055 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
225 L
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
3,635 mm
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Length
4,854 mm
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Width
1,643 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
1,551 mm
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Height
1,703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
870 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Payload
365 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
70 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Max Speed
164 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
92 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
51 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
NIO
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