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NIO EL7 vs Porsche 911 Convertible comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 711 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 138,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL7 or Porsche 911 Convertible?

NIO EL7 vs Porsche 911 Convertible: Key differences

NIO EL7

  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Porsche 911 Convertible

  • marginally more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EL7

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.

NIO EL7 is considerably cheaper – starting at 63,300 £ , while the Porsche 911 Convertible costs 138,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 74,658 £.

911 Convertible

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 Porsche 911 Convertible offers marginally more power – delivering 711 HP compared to 653 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche 911 Convertible is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.6 s, while the NIO EL7 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers barely more torque with 850 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

EL7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, Porsche 911 Convertible is clearly lighter – 1,572 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 849 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers noticeably more boot space – 570 L compared to 373 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL7 carries clearly more – 469 kg compared to 345 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 stands well ahead of its rival 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
Porsche 911 Convertible

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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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Porsche 911 Convertible

The Porsche 911 Cabriolet transforms the iconic silhouette into an open‑air weapon, offering roof-down glamour and razor-sharp handling that still feels perfectly composed on normal roads. It’s the kind of car that serves daily duties with surprising ease while delivering intoxicating engine music and a grin factor that makes every trip feel like a small victory.

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NIO EL7
Porsche 911 Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Price
138,000 - 244,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
10.5 - 13.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
237 - 310 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Curb weight
1,572 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
163 - 373 L
Length
4,912 mm
Length
-
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,852 - 1,900 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 469 kg
Payload
195 - 345 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
394 - 711 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.6 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
850 Nm
Torque
450 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
290 - 523 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,981 - 3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
NIO
Brand
Porsche
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