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Maxus Deliver 9 vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (38,700 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Maxus Deliver 9 or NIO EL6?

Maxus Deliver 9 vs NIO EL6: Key differences

Maxus Deliver 9

  • a bit cheaper
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NIO EL6

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  • substantially more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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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

Deliver 9

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Maxus Deliver 9 is a bit cheaper – starting at 38,700 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,108 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the NIO EL6 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 20.4 kWh/100km compared to 26.2 kWh/100km for the Maxus Deliver 9. That’s a difference of about 5.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 171 km more than the Maxus Deliver 9.

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 substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 286 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Maxus Deliver 9 takes 16 s. That’s about 11.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 375 Nm. That’s about 325 Nm more.

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: Maxus Deliver 9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, NIO EL6 is marginally lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus Deliver 9 carries clearly more – 1,140 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 665 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL6 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £45,900
EL6

NIO EL6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 406 - 529 km
Maxus Deliver 9
NIO EL6

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Dimensions and Body

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Maxus Deliver 9

The Maxus Deliver 9 is a no-nonsense cargo hauler that pairs clever practicality with a surprisingly car-like driving feel, making it a smart choice for urban fleets and weekend DIY warriors. It may not stop traffic for looks, but its roomy, sensible interior and dependable demeanour mean you get work done without the drama.

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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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Maxus Deliver 9
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,700 - 60,200 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 - 30.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
287 - 358 km
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 231 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
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Length
4,854 mm
Width
2,062 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
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Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
730 - 1,140 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
148 - 204 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
16 - 19 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
330 - 375 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
108 - 150 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Maxus
Brand
NIO
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