Compare performance (490 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 14,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL6 or Hyundai i10?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Hyundai i10 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,295 £.
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 clearly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 6.9 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the NIO EL6 is slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai i10 tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 528 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i10 is considerably lighter – 996 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,219 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers clearly more boot space – 597 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 345 L.
For maximum load capacity, the NIO EL6 offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,430 L, about 380 L more than the Hyundai i10.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries moderately more – 475 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.
The NIO EL6 is decisively ahead 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 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.
detailsThe Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
110 - 124 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
36 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Trunk capacity
252 L
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Length
4,854 mm
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Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Width
1,680 mm
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Height
1,703 mm
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Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Payload
344 - 423 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
490 HP
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Power HP
63 - 90 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
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Torque
700 Nm
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Torque
93 - 172 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
360 kW
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Power kW
46 - 66 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
NIO
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Brand
Hyundai
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