Compare performance (816 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (102,500 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes AMG GT 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.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
NIO EL6 is clearly cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,647 £.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 518 km more than the Mercedes AMG GT.
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 Mercedes AMG GT offers clearly more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the NIO EL6 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes AMG GT delivers substantially more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 720 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.
Seats: NIO EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes AMG GT is visibly lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 425 kg.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries considerably more – 475 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 kg.
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.
The Mercedes-AMG GT is a theatrical sports car with prowling looks and an aggressive exhaust note that announces its intentions the moment it fires up. It pairs ferocious performance with surprising everyday usability — a taut yet forgiving chassis and a cockpit that feels special — making sensible buyers suddenly very good at justifying indulgence.
detailsThe 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
102,500 - 194,400 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 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
11 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
235 - 319 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
Coupe
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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
1,790 - 2,195 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
1,929 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
170 - 215 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
435 - 816 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 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
500 - 1,420 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
320 - 600 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 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
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
NIO
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