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NIO EL6 vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL6 or Lotus Emira?

NIO EL6 vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • considerably more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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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:

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.

NIO EL6 is substantially cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,714 £.

Emira

Engine and Performance:

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 somewhat more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the NIO EL6 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

EL6

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: NIO EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is substantially lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 694 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers considerably more boot space – 597 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 446 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries significantly more – 475 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 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
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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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Reviews NIO EL6

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27 Apr 2026, 14:05:07

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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
597 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
4,854 mm
Length
-
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
NIO
Brand
Lotus
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL6 have?

The NIO EL6 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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