Compare performance (288 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson 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.
Hyundai Tucson is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,580 £.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 459 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.
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 288 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 321 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, Hyundai Tucson is substantially lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 673 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers barely more boot space – 620 L compared to 597 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
The NIO EL6 is far ahead overall 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 Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.
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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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Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 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
63 - 70 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
62 - 172 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
1,542 - 1,893 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 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
1,865 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
518 - 545 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 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
250 - 379 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
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 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
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
NIO
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