Compare performance (490 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL6 or Polestar 4?
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 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.
NIO EL6 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,200 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 4 is moderately more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 91 km more than the NIO EL6.
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 Polestar 4 offers only slightly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the NIO EL6 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers very slightly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 14 Nm more.
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, NIO EL6 is marginally lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers moderately more boot space – 597 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries marginally more – 475 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
The Polestar 4 comes out modestly 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.
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 Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 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
0 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
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Trunk capacity
526 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
2,008 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
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
490 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 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
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
360 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
NIO
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Brand
Polestar
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