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NIO EL8 vs Lamborghini Urus comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 800 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 199,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Lamborghini Urus?

NIO EL8 vs Lamborghini Urus: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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Lamborghini Urus

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  • slightly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • substantially 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

EL8

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

NIO EL8 is considerably cheaper – starting at 71,100 £ , while the Lamborghini Urus costs 199,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 128,391 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 450 km more than the Lamborghini Urus.

Urus

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 Lamborghini Urus offers slightly more power – delivering 800 HP compared to 653 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lamborghini Urus 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.

Looking at top speed, the Lamborghini Urus is clearly faster – reaching 312 km/h, while the NIO EL8 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 112 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lamborghini Urus delivers a bit more torque with 950 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 100 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, Lamborghini Urus is clearly lighter – 2,150 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 463 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lamborghini Urus offers substantially more boot space – 616 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 351 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Lamborghini Urus offers substantially more capacity – up to 1,596 L, about 786 L more than the NIO EL8.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries visibly more – 577 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 227 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 holds a decisive 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 £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
NIO EL8
Lamborghini Urus

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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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Lamborghini Urus

The Lamborghini Urus wears its raging bull badge with SUV practicality, serving supercar drama in a package you can live with every day. It hustles through corners like a sports car while hauling weekend gear with unapologetic style, perfect for buyers who crave attention and usable performance.

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NIO EL8
Lamborghini Urus

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
199,400 - 257,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 14.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Electric Range
60 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
51 - 320 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
85 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
2,150 - 2,405 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
454 - 616 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
5,112 - 5,137 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Width
2,018 - 2,026 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Height
1,618 - 1,638 mm
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
1,596 L
Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
100 - 350 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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
666 - 800 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 3.5 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
305 - 312 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
850 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
490 - 588 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
NIO
Brand
Lamborghini
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