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NIO EL8 vs Casalini 550 comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 17,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Casalini 550?

NIO EL8 vs Casalini 550: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more trunk space
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Casalini 550

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Casalini 550 is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,000 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,026 £.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 645 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL8 is significantly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Casalini 550 tops out at 45 km/h. The difference is around 155 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 822 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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is considerably lighter – 425 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 2,188 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL8 offers substantially more boot space – 265 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 265 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries substantially more – 577 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 304 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Casalini 550 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.

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Casalini 550

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
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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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Casalini 550

The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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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
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
20 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
6
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
425 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
3,000 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Width
1,500 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
273 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
45 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
28 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
2
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
479 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
NIO
Brand
Casalini
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL8 have?

The NIO EL8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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