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NIO ET7 vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET7 or Tesla Model Y?

NIO ET7 vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

NIO ET7

  • clearly more power
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • substantially 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Tesla Model Y is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,637 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model Y is substantially more efficient: consuming 13.1 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 5.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers barely more range – reaching up to 622 km, about 38 km more than the NIO ET7.

Model Y

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 clearly 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 Y is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the NIO ET7 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

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

ET7

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model Y is noticeably lighter – 1,976 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 458 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more boot space – 836 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 473 L.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model Y carries marginally more – 472 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is decisively 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.

from £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
NIO ET7
Tesla Model Y

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 Y

The Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV that pairs practical interior space with a minimalist, tech-forward cabin that feels modern and airy. Its confident electric performance and suite of driver-assist features make everyday driving effortless, and regular software updates help the car stay fresh over time.

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NIO ET7
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Electric Range
534 - 622 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
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
363 L
Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Length
5,101 mm
Length
-
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 466 kg
Payload
435 - 472 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
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
850 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2022
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Tesla
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