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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 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
63 - 70 km
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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
62 - 172 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
-
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Length
4,854 mm
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Length
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Width
1,987 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Height
1,703 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
490 HP
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
700 Nm
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
360 kW
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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Brand
NIO
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Brand
Hyundai
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