Compare performance (281 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 Ranger 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.
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 barely cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,582 £.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 487 km more than the Ford Ranger.
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 EL6 offers substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 281 HP. That’s roughly 209 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers only slightly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 697 Nm. That’s about 3 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, NIO EL6 is barely lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries significantly more – 989 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 514 kg.
The NIO EL6 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.
The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 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
42 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
70 - 265 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
Pickup
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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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
1,918 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
845 - 989 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic 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
240 - 281 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 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
600 - 697 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
177 - 207 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
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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
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
NIO
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