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Ford Mustang Convertible vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (446 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (56,900 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Convertible or NIO EL8?

Ford Mustang Convertible vs NIO EL8: Key differences

Ford Mustang Convertible

  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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NIO EL8

  • visibly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Mustang Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Mustang Convertible is visibly cheaper – starting at 56,900 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,143 £.

EL8

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 NIO EL8 offers visibly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 446 HP. That’s roughly 207 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Ford Mustang Convertible takes 5 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers markedly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

Mustang Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Mustang Convertible is clearly lighter – 1,876 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 737 kg.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries clearly more – 577 kg compared to 324 kg. That’s a difference of about 253 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £71,100
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
Ford Mustang Convertible
NIO EL8

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Ford Mustang Convertible

The Ford Mustang Convertible makes every drive feel like a small celebration, its exhaust note and open-air drama turning mundane routes into showstoppers. It’s a car that doubles as a weekend mood lifter and a credible everyday companion, blending swagger with surprising practicality.

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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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Ford Mustang Convertible
NIO EL8

Costs and Consumption

Price
56,900 - 59,900 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
12.3 - 12.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
280 - 282 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,876 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
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Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,916 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
-
Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
319 - 324 kg
Payload
557 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
446 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
540 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
328 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
5,038 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
NIO
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