Compare performance (487 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Mach-E or NIO EL6?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
NIO EL6 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,571 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is a bit more efficient: consuming 17.7 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers a bit more range – reaching up to 600 km, about 71 km more than the NIO EL6.
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 marginally more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 487 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the NIO EL6 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers noticeably more torque with 950 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 250 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, Ford Mustang Mach-E is very slightly lighter – 2,161 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 54 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers slightly more boot space – 597 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries marginally more – 475 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
The Ford Mustang Mach-E leads convincingly 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 Mustang Mach-E proves an electric SUV can be both playful and practical, with the Mustang name bringing muscle-car charisma to a family-friendly package. It delivers eager performance, a comfortable cabin, and a slick infotainment setup that keeps daily driving fun — and yes, you’ll still get admiring glances at the lights.
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
48,400 - 66,900 £
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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
17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
470 - 600 km
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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
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
2,161 - 2,351 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
519 L
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
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Length
4,854 mm
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Width
1,881 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Payload
368 - 450 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
268 - 487 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
525 - 950 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
197 - 358 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
2025
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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
Ford
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Brand
NIO
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