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MG Marvel R vs NIO EL6 comparison

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?

MG Marvel R vs NIO EL6: Key differences

MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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NIO EL6

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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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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

Marvel R

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

EL6

Engine and Performance:

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.

Marvel R

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
MG Marvel R
NIO EL6

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Dimensions and Body

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MG Marvel R

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.

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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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MG Marvel R
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,300 - 43,700 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
370 - 402 km
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
66.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,810 - 1,920 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
357 L
Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
4,674 mm
Length
4,854 mm
Width
1,919 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,613 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,396 L
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
453 - 478 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 - 288 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
410 - 665 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
132 - 212 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2021
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MG
Brand
NIO
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