Compare performance (653 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (59900 £ vs 34300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET7 or Tesla Model 3?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Tesla Model 3 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25637 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model 3: with 13.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s convincingly more efficient than the NIO ET7 with 19 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.80 kWh.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 750 km, about 166 km more than the NIO ET7.
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 ET7 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 653 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 193 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the NIO ET7 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs noticeable better – reaching 262 km/h, while the NIO ET7 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: NIO ET7 pulls distinct stronger with 850 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Tesla Model 3 is noticeable lighter – 1822 kg compared to 2434 kg. The difference is around 612 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly perceptible more room – 594 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 231 L.
When it comes to payload, NIO ET7 noticeable takes the win – 466 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 133 kg.
Overall, the Tesla Model 3 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
59900 - 68900 £
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Price
34300 - 50100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 16.7 kWh
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
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Electric Range
550 - 750 km
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2434 - 2454 kg
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Curb weight
1822 - 1929 kg
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Trunk capacity
363 L
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
5101 mm
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Length
4720 - 4724 mm
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Width
1987 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1509 mm
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Height
1431 - 1440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
446 - 466 kg
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Payload
303 - 333 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
653 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.80 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.1 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
201 - 262 km/h
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Torque
850 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
480 kW
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Power kW
208 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2022
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
NIO
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Brand
Tesla
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The NIO ET7 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.