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NIO EL6 vs Polestar 4 comparison

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?

NIO EL6 vs Polestar 4: Key differences

NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • marginally lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Polestar 4

4.8 (12 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

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.

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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 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.

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, 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 590 - 620 km
NIO EL6
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

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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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Polestar 4

The 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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NIO EL6
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 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
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
597 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
4,854 mm
Length
-
Width
1,987 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Polestar
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