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NIO EL8 vs ZEEKR X comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 496 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or ZEEKR X?

NIO EL8 vs ZEEKR X: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • visibly more power
  • slightly more electric range
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ZEEKR X

  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
  • clearly 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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

ZEEKR X is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,495 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the ZEEKR X is visibly more efficient: consuming 17.4 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 3.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 95 km more than the ZEEKR X.

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Engine and Performance:

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 visibly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 496 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR X is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the NIO EL8 takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers markedly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 573 Nm. That’s about 277 Nm more.

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 5.

In terms of curb weight, ZEEKR X is significantly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 758 kg.

Looking at boot space, the ZEEKR X offers clearly more boot space – 404 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 139 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries very slightly more – 577 kg compared to 555 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR X 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 £32,600
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ZEEKR X

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 496 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.4 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 330 - 415 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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ZEEKR X

The Zeekr X feels like a pocket rocket for city life, delivering brisk performance and nimble handling wrapped in a surprisingly premium little package. Inside it offers smart tech and refined materials that make daily driving feel more like a small luxury escape, all while keeping a tasteful, understated presence.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
32,600 - 41,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Electric Range
330 - 415 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
SUV
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
-
Width
1,989 mm
Width
1,836 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
460 - 555 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
272 - 496 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
850 Nm
Torque
343 - 573 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
200 - 365 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
ZEEKR
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL8 have?

The NIO EL8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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