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Hyundai i10 vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (14,600 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i10 or NIO EL8?

Hyundai i10 vs NIO EL8: Key differences

Hyundai i10

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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NIO EL8

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i10

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai i10 is substantially cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,495 £.

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 clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 563 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 7.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL8 is moderately faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai i10 tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers significantly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 678 Nm more.

i10

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i10 is considerably lighter – 996 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 1,617 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL8 offers barely more boot space – 265 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Hyundai i10 offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,050 L, about 240 L more than the NIO EL8.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries clearly more – 577 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 154 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 holds a slight edge 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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Hyundai i10

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Reviews Hyundai i10

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Theo
9 Dec 2025, 19:15:09

Ideal A/B-class car. It has the price of a good A-class but the size and presence of a B-segment car. The annoying thing is that only a bike rack is allowed on the towbar (on my i10 from 2020 — the 2nd generation already after 2015). I’m still waiting for an iX10 version: a bit taller but otherwise the same.

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
14,600 - 19,000 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
110 - 124 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
6
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
252 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,680 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
344 - 423 kg
Payload
557 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i10 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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