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NIO EL6 vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 27,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL6 or Vauxhall Combo Cargo?

NIO EL6 vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo: Key differences

NIO EL6

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  • considerably more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • 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:

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

Vauxhall Combo Cargo is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,100 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,725 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo is somewhat more efficient: consuming 17.4 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 175 km more than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo.

Combo Cargo

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 considerably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 354 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 Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

EL6

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo Cargo is substantially lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 844 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries visibly more – 781 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 306 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
Vauxhall Combo Cargo

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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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

The Opel Combo Cargo is a pragmatic workhorse that pairs sensible practicality with surprisingly car-like manners, making it a smart choice for small businesses and weekend DIYers. With clever storage, easy access and a calm cabin that keeps the focus on the job, it turns daily deliveries and errands into something almost enjoyable.

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NIO EL6
Vauxhall Combo Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Trunk capacity
597 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,854 mm
Length
-
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
645 - 781 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Vauxhall
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