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NIO EL8 vs Lexus LM comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 206 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 109,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Lexus LM?

NIO EL8 vs Lexus LM: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Lexus LM

  • slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EL8

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.

NIO EL8 is substantially cheaper – starting at 71,100 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,657 £.

LM

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 206 HP. That’s roughly 447 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Lexus LM takes 8.7 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 6.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LM is slightly lighter – 2,345 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 268 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL8 offers significantly more boot space – 265 L compared to 110 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries marginally more – 577 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 is clearly superior overall 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
Lexus LM

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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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Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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NIO EL8
Lexus LM

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
6
Seats
4 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
110 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
-
Width
1,989 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
525 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
206 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
152 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
NIO
Brand
Lexus
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