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NIO EL7 vs Audi A7 comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 630 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 55,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL7 or Audi A7?

NIO EL7 vs Audi A7: Key differences

NIO EL7

  • marginally more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • marginally more trunk space
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Audi A7

  • moderately cheaper
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EL7

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A7 is moderately cheaper – starting at 55,000 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,314 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL7 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 501 km, about 433 km more than the Audi A7.

A7

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 EL7 offers marginally more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 630 HP. That’s roughly 23 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the NIO EL7 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A7 is noticeably faster – reaching 280 km/h, while the NIO EL7 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 850 Nm.

EL7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: NIO EL7 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A7 is noticeably lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 651 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers marginally more boot space – 570 L compared to 535 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

For maximum load capacity, the NIO EL7 offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,545 L, about 155 L more than the Audi A7.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A7 carries markedly more – 600 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 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 £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 km
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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
28 - 276 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Length
4,912 mm
Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 L
Payload
449 - 469 kg
Payload
510 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
204 - 630 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,968 - 3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
Brand
NIO
Brand
Audi
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL7 have?

The NIO EL7 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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