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NIO ET7 vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET7 or Tesla Model 3?

NIO ET7 vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

NIO ET7

  • visibly more power
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Tesla Model 3

4.3 (7 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • noticeably 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

ET7

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Tesla Model 3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,209 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model 3 is significantly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 166 km more than the NIO ET7.

Model 3

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 ET7 offers visibly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 193 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the NIO ET7 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers markedly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

ET7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model 3 is noticeably lighter – 1,772 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 662 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers noticeably more boot space – 594 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 231 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries a bit more – 466 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 km
NIO ET7
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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NIO ET7
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Curb weight
1,772 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
363 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
5,101 mm
Length
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Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 466 kg
Payload
303 - 377 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2022
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Tesla
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