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NIO EL7 vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL7 or Tesla Model Y?

NIO EL7 vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

NIO EL7

  • markedly more power
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EL7

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Tesla Model Y is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,065 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model Y is substantially more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 9.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more range – reaching up to 657 km, about 156 km more than the NIO EL7.

Model Y

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL7 offers markedly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 193 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the NIO EL7 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model Y is barely faster – reaching 201 km/h, while the NIO EL7 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers markedly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 190 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: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model Y is clearly lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 468 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers noticeably more boot space – 822 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 252 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 593 L more than the NIO EL7.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model Y carries barely more – 472 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
NIO EL7
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a tech‑forward family SUV that marries blistering efficiency with enormous interior space, calm motorway manners and the obvious convenience of Tesla’s charging ecosystem and over‑the‑air updates. Its minimalist, screen‑centric cabin and rather firm ride — plus limited rear visibility and the absence of Apple CarPlay/Android Auto — are trade‑offs that will bother buyers who prioritise comfort or traditional ergonomics.

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NIO EL7
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4,912 mm
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
449 - 469 kg
Payload
435 - 472 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Tesla
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