Compare performance (653 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or SsangYong Korando?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
SsangYong Korando is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,066 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the SsangYong Korando is clearly more efficient: consuming 16.8 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 4.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 171 km more than the SsangYong Korando.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL8 offers substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 463 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the NIO EL8 is very slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the SsangYong Korando tops out at 191 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm more.
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, SsangYong Korando is substantially lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 1,096 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers substantially more boot space – 551 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 286 L.
For maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Korando offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,248 L, about 438 L more than the NIO EL8.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries a bit more – 577 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 114 kg.
The NIO EL8 comes out modestly 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.
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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The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
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Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
390 - 510 km
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Electric Range
339 km
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
6
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Trunk capacity
265 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
5,099 mm
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Width
1,989 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
1,750 mm
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
810 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Payload
557 - 577 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
653 HP
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
850 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
480 kW
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
NIO
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Brand
SsangYong
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