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NIO EL7 vs Maxus Euniq 5 comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL7 or Maxus Euniq 5?

NIO EL7 vs Maxus Euniq 5: Key differences

NIO EL7

  • clearly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space
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Maxus Euniq 5

  • markedly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Maxus Euniq 5 is markedly cheaper – starting at 46,400 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,943 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the NIO EL7 is marginally more efficient: consuming 22.1 kWh/100km compared to 22.6 kWh/100km for the Maxus Euniq 5. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO EL7 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 501 km, about 141 km more than the Maxus Euniq 5.

Euniq 5

Engine and Performance:

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 EL7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL7 is a bit faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Maxus Euniq 5 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 540 Nm more.

EL7

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Maxus Euniq 5 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Maxus Euniq 5 is visibly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 611 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers clearly more boot space – 570 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 570 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus Euniq 5 carries somewhat more – 541 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 holds a decisive overall lead 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
NIO EL7
Maxus Euniq 5

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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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Maxus Euniq 5

The Maxus Euniq 5 is a no-nonsense electric people carrier that pairs a cavernous interior with an unexpectedly polished cabin, so family duty feels a little less like a chore. It won’t set your pulse racing, but for buyers after fuss-free electric propulsion, flexible seating and clever everyday practicality, it’s a genuinely sensible and likeable choice.

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NIO EL7
Maxus Euniq 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Price
46,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Electric Range
360 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
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,912 mm
Length
4,825 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Height
1,800 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 469 kg
Payload
541 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
130 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Maxus
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