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NIO EL8 vs Aston Martin DBX comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 168,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Aston Martin DBX?

NIO EL8 vs Aston Martin DBX: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • substantially cheaper
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Aston Martin DBX

  • slightly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EL8

Costs and Efficiency:

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

NIO EL8 is substantially cheaper – starting at 71,100 £ , while the Aston Martin DBX costs 168,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 97,800 £.

DBX

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 Aston Martin DBX offers slightly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 653 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBX is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the NIO EL8 takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBX delivers barely more torque with 900 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

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: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DBX is a bit lighter – 2,320 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 293 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Aston Martin DBX offers clearly more boot space – 491 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 226 L.

When it comes to payload, the Aston Martin DBX carries slightly more – 710 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 133 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 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 £71,100
EL8

NIO EL8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 390 - 510 km
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NIO EL8

The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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Aston Martin DBX

With the DBX, Aston Martin has wrapped its trademark sports-car drama into a high-riding package that looks like it could sprint off the driveway and into a gala, while the cabin pampers occupants with handcrafted leather and theatrical attention to detail. Behind the wheel it feels like a grand tourer that learned how to tackle country roads, serving up surprising agility for such a stately presence and keeping rivals honest with its rarefied blend of performance and luxury.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
168,900 - 213,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
14.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
323 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
2,320 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
491 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
-
Width
1,989 mm
Width
1,998 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
707 - 727 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
850 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
520 - 535 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
NIO
Brand
Aston Martin
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL8 have?

The NIO EL8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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