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NIO EL8 vs Mazda 6 Saloon comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Mazda 6 Saloon?

NIO EL8 vs Mazda 6 Saloon: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mazda 6 Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EL8

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda 6 Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,572 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda 6 Saloon is visibly more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 4.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 552 km, about 42 km more than the NIO EL8.

6 Saloon

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 clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 395 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 Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL8 is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 530 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 Saloon is noticeably lighter – 2,027 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 586 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers visibly more boot space – 336 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mazda 6 Saloon offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,074 L, about 264 L more than the NIO EL8.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries markedly more – 577 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 217 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 is far ahead 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
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
38,500 - 41,600 £
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
16.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Electric Range
479 - 552 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
2,027 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
336 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
4,921 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
1,074 L
Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
359 - 360 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
245 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
175 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
180 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL8 have?

The NIO EL8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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