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NIO EL6 vs Mitsubishi Outlander comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL6 or Mitsubishi Outlander?

NIO EL6 vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Key differences

NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Outlander

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • only slightly 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mitsubishi Outlander is very slightly cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,009 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 444 km more than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

Outlander

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 noticeably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 184 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Mitsubishi Outlander takes 7.9 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Outlander is only slightly lighter – 2,156 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 59 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers somewhat more boot space – 597 L compared to 498 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Outlander carries moderately more – 529 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL6 is clearly superior 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
NIO EL6
Mitsubishi Outlander

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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Mitsubishi Outlander

The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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NIO EL6
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Price
42,800 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
60 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
2,156 - 2,232 kg
Trunk capacity
597 L
Trunk capacity
498 L
Length
4,854 mm
Length
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Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
453 - 529 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,360 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
NIO
Brand
Mitsubishi
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