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NIO EL8 vs Mazda 6 Estate comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Mazda 6 Estate?

NIO EL8 vs Mazda 6 Estate: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mazda 6 Estate

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • significantly 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda 6 Estate is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,057 £.

6 Estate

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 NIO EL8 offers significantly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 459 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mazda 6 Estate is somewhat faster – reaching 223 km/h, while the NIO EL8 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers significantly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 592 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, Mazda 6 Estate is clearly lighter – 1,475 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 1,138 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers significantly more boot space – 522 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 257 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mazda 6 Estate offers significantly more capacity – up to 1,664 L, about 854 L more than the NIO EL8.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries very slightly more – 577 kg compared to 571 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 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
Mazda 6 Estate

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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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Mazda 6 Estate

The Mazda 6 Estate marries elegant, flowing design with everyday practicality, so you get a grown-up wagon that still looks the part on a weekend escape. It rewards drivers with poised handling and a nicely finished cabin, proving that sensible family cars can be engaging — and a little bit cheeky — too.

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NIO EL8
Mazda 6 Estate

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 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
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co2
0 g/km
co2
155 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
62 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
522 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
4,805 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
483 - 571 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
NIO
Brand
Mazda
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