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Ford Transit Connect vs NIO EL6 comparison
Compare performance (122 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or NIO EL6?
Ford Transit Connect vs NIO EL6: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Transit Connect
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Transit Connect is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,053 £.
EL6
Engine and Performance:
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 significantly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 368 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 Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 6.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.
Transit Connect
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 EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is substantially lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 640 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries clearly more – 780 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 305 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The NIO EL6 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.
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NIO EL6
Ford Transit Connect
NIO EL6
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Ford Transit Connect
The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.
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NIO EL6
The 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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Ford Transit Connect
NIO EL6
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
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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
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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
-
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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
Cargo Van
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 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
1,855 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
775 - 780 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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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
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 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
320 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
90 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,968 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
-
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
NIO
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