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NIO EL7 vs Maxus Mifa 9 comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 59,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL7 or Maxus Mifa 9?

NIO EL7 vs Maxus Mifa 9: Key differences

NIO EL7

  • clearly more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Maxus Mifa 9

  • marginally cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • marginally lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EL7

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.

Maxus Mifa 9 is marginally cheaper – starting at 59,100 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,208 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Maxus Mifa 9 is marginally more efficient: consuming 21.3 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO EL7 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 501 km, about 61 km more than the Maxus Mifa 9.

Mifa 9

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 245 HP. That’s roughly 408 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Maxus Mifa 9 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL7 is only slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Maxus Mifa 9 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers substantially more torque with 850 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

EL7

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Maxus Mifa 9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Maxus Mifa 9 is marginally lighter – 2,385 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers a bit more boot space – 570 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Maxus Mifa 9 offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,017 L, about 472 L more than the NIO EL7.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus Mifa 9 carries noticeably more – 615 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 146 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 is far 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.

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 Mifa 9

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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 Mifa 9

The Maxus Mifa 9 arrives as a roomy, tech-laden electric MPV that quietly turns family hauling into a first-class commute. With an airy cabin, smart infotainment and a calm, refined ride, it’s an appealing choice for buyers who want practicality without sacrificing polish — and yes, it’s surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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NIO EL7
Maxus Mifa 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Price
59,100 - 71,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.3 - 21.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Electric Range
430 - 440 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
7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Curb weight
2,385 - 2,610 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4,912 mm
Length
5,270 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Width
2,000 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Height
1,840 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Max trunk capacity
2,017 L
Payload
449 - 469 kg
Payload
485 - 615 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
245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
180 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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