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Nissan Interstar vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or NIO EL6?

Nissan Interstar vs NIO EL6: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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NIO EL6

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  • clearly more power
  • visibly more electric range
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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

Interstar

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Interstar is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,200 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,698 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 119 km more than the Nissan Interstar.

EL6

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 it comes to engine power, the NIO EL6 offers clearly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 320 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

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: NIO EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Interstar is only slightly lighter – 2,053 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 162 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries considerably more – 1,447 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 972 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL6 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 £45,900
EL6

NIO EL6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 406 - 529 km
Nissan Interstar
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan Interstar

The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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NIO EL6

The NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.

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Nissan Interstar
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
410 km
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
-
Length
4,854 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
NIO
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