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Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (550 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (80,100 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Range Rover Sport or NIO EL8?

Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs NIO EL8: Key differences

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • marginally lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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NIO EL8

  • somewhat cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Range Rover Sport

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.

NIO EL8 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 71,100 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport costs 80,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,085 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 392 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

EL8

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL8 offers a bit more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 550 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers only slightly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Range Rover Sport

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, Land Rover Range Rover Sport is marginally lighter – 2,390 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 223 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers substantially more boot space – 647 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 382 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport carries visibly more – 830 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 253 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 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.

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
Land Rover Range Rover Sport
NIO EL8

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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport pairs unapologetic presence with genuine capability, looking like it belongs on a red carpet while quietly promising to tackle rough tracks when called upon. Inside, the cabin pampers with plush materials and thoughtful tech, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury, confidence and a touch of adventure.

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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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Land Rover Range Rover Sport
NIO EL8

Costs and Consumption

Price
80,100 - 129,900 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 11.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
116 - 118 km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
60 - 259 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,809 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
647 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
-
Length
5,099 mm
Width
2,043 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
-
Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
641 - 830 kg
Payload
557 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in 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
249 - 550 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
550 - 800 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
183 - 405 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
2,997 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
NIO
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