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NIO EL6 vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 31,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL6 or Hyundai Tucson?

NIO EL6 vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Tucson

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • marginally 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

EL6

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Tucson is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,580 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 459 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Tucson

Engine and Performance:

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 NIO EL6 offers clearly 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 considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 321 Nm more.

EL6

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is considerably lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 673 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers marginally more boot space – 620 L compared to 597 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries slightly more – 545 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL6 holds a decisive overall lead 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
NIO EL6
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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NIO EL6
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Trunk capacity
597 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
4,854 mm
Length
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Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
NIO
Brand
Hyundai
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