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Ford Ranger vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or NIO EL8?

Ford Ranger vs NIO EL8: Key differences

Ford Ranger

  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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NIO EL8

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Ranger is considerably cheaper – starting at 48,400 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,618 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 468 km more than the Ford Ranger.

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 substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 281 HP. That’s roughly 372 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 Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers somewhat more torque with 850 Nm compared to 697 Nm. That’s about 153 Nm more.

Ranger

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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Ranger is only slightly lighter – 2,405 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 208 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries considerably more – 989 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 412 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 is decisively 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.

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
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Ford Ranger

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.

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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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NIO EL8

Costs and Consumption
Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
-
Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
-
Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
557 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Ford Ranger have?

The Ford Ranger is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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