Compare performance (490 HP vs 487 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 37,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL6 or XPeng G6?
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.
XPeng G6 is clearly cheaper – starting at 37,400 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,486 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the XPeng G6 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 17.3 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 4 km more than the XPeng G6.
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 barely more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 487 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the XPeng G6 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the NIO EL6 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers marginally more torque with 700 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 40 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, XPeng G6 is only slightly lighter – 2,065 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers only slightly more boot space – 597 L compared to 571 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.
Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 475 kg.
The XPeng G6 is clearly ahead 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.
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 XPeng G6 is a sleek, tech-focused electric crossover that pairs modern styling with a spacious, comfortable cabin. It delivers a refined, engaging driving experience and comes loaded with advanced driver-assistance and infotainment features that make it feel like a smarter, more connected car.
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Price
37,400 - 44,200 £
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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
17.3 - 18.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Electric Range
455 - 525 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
2,065 - 2,220 kg
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Trunk capacity
571 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
1,920 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
470 - 475 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
252 - 487 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.9 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
440 - 660 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
185 - 358 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
2025
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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
XPeng
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