Compare performance (288 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (40,300 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG Marvel R 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.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
MG Marvel R is a bit cheaper – starting at 40,300 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,580 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the MG Marvel R is very slightly more efficient: consuming 19.4 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 127 km more than the MG Marvel R.
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 EL6 offers considerably 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 only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the MG Marvel R takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 200 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers only slightly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 665 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, MG Marvel R is noticeably lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 405 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers substantially more boot space – 597 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.
For maximum load capacity, the NIO EL6 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,430 L, about 34 L more than the MG Marvel R.
When it comes to payload, the MG Marvel R carries only slightly more – 478 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 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 MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
40,300 - 43,700 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
370 - 402 km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Battery Capacity
66.1 kWh
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,810 - 1,920 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
357 L
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
4,674 mm
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Length
4,854 mm
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Width
1,919 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
1,613 mm
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Height
1,703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,396 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Payload
453 - 478 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
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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
180 - 288 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
410 - 665 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
132 - 212 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2021
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
MG
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Brand
NIO
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