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NIO EL8 vs Mazda CX-60 comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 43,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Mazda CX-60?

NIO EL8 vs Mazda CX-60: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • clearly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mazda CX-60

4.5 (10 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • considerably 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda CX-60 is considerably cheaper – starting at 43,700 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,386 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 447 km more than the Mazda CX-60.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 327 HP. That’s roughly 326 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 Mazda CX-60 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 300 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, Mazda CX-60 is noticeably lighter – 1,890 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 723 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-60 offers considerably more boot space – 570 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 305 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-60 carries marginally more – 612 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 is decisively 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 £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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4.5 (10 Reviews)
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Nikola
4 Aug 2026, 09:35:09

The car is simply fantastic. The torque is unbelievable. Acceleration is mesmerizing for an SUV. The interior has a premium feel. The only thing that would make it better is a longer EV range. Otherwise, perfect.

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andy
31 May 2026, 10:11:44

Not a really functioning vehicle. High fuel consumption and constant electronic problems, the brakes are a joke.

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Leo
7 Mar 2026, 11:15:10

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THEO
7 Mar 2026, 07:02:13

2026 model is the new standard, great car.

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andy
15 Feb 2026, 18:05:07

A car with lots of problems — more trips to the garage than anything else.

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NIO EL8
Mazda CX-60

Costs and Consumption
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
43,700 - 57,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Electric Range
63 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
85 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
1,890 - 2,055 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
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Width
1,989 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
581 - 612 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
200 - 327 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
850 Nm
Torque
450 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
147 - 241 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E
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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