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NIO EL8 vs Fiat Qubo comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Fiat Qubo?

NIO EL8 vs Fiat Qubo: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • substantially more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Fiat Qubo

  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • clearly 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:

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

Fiat Qubo is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,066 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat Qubo is a bit more efficient: consuming 18 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 3.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 170 km more than the Fiat Qubo.

Qubo

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 substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 517 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Fiat Qubo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 7.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers substantially more torque with 850 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 550 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: Fiat Qubo offers more seats – 7 vs 6.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Qubo is substantially lighter – 1,401 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 1,212 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Qubo offers clearly more boot space – 1,900 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 1,635 L.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Qubo carries noticeably more – 770 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 193 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Qubo is slightly ahead 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 £21,000
Qubo

Fiat Qubo

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.5 - 6.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 340 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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The Fiat Qubo is a compact, boxy people carrier that makes daily chores feel less like a battle, with a surprisingly roomy interior and clever sliding doors that make loading kids or shopping embarrassingly simple. It’s not trying to be a sports car — instead it’s a sensible, easy-to-park city partner that rewards practicality with low running costs and a cheery Italian twinkle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
21,000 - 34,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Electric Range
340 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
6
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
1,401 - 1,736 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
1,355 - 1,900 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
-
Width
1,989 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
624 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 12.4 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Fiat
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL8 have?

The NIO EL8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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