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NIO EL8 vs Tesla Roadster comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs ), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 184,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Tesla Roadster?

NIO EL8 vs Tesla Roadster: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more trunk space
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Tesla Roadster

  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

NIO EL8 is significantly cheaper – starting at 71,100 £ , while the Tesla Roadster costs 184,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 113,228 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Roadster offers substantially more range – reaching up to 1,000 km, about 490 km more than the NIO EL8.

Roadster

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 4.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL8 offers substantially more boot space – 265 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 265 L.

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 accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Roadster is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the NIO EL8 takes 4.1 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Roadster is clearly faster – reaching 402 km/h, while the NIO EL8 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 202 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Roadster delivers considerably more torque with 10,000 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 9,150 Nm more.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 has only a minor advantage 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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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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Tesla Roadster

The Roadster is a stunning embodiment of open-air driving, blending sleek design with exhilarating performance. With its sporty silhouette and agile handling, it offers an unmatched sense of freedom on the road. Enthusiasts revel in the combination of luxury and raw power, making every journey a memorable adventure.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
184,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Electric Range
1,000 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
6
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
-
Width
1,989 mm
Width
-
Height
1,750 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
-

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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
402 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
10,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
-
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Tesla
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL8 have?

The NIO EL8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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