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NIO EL8 vs Audi A3 Limousine comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 400 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 27,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Audi A3 Limousine?

NIO EL8 vs Audi A3 Limousine: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • markedly more power
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Audi A3 Limousine

  • considerably cheaper
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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:

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.

Audi A3 Limousine is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,372 £.

A3 Limousine

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 EL8 offers markedly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 253 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the NIO EL8 takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is clearly lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 1,253 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers noticeably more boot space – 425 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries a bit more – 577 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Limousine holds a solid 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 £27,700
A3 Limousine

Audi A3 Limousine

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 400 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 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
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
115 - 208 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
-
Width
1,989 mm
Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
415 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
850 Nm
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
Brand
NIO
Brand
Audi
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL8 have?

The NIO EL8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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