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Vauxhall Frontera vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Frontera or NIO EL6?

Vauxhall Frontera vs NIO EL6: Key differences

Vauxhall Frontera

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

Frontera

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Frontera is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,123 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Frontera is visibly more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 20.4 kWh/100km for the NIO EL6. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 121 km more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

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 considerably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 345 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.

Frontera

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: Vauxhall Frontera offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is significantly lighter – 1,394 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 821 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers clearly more boot space – 597 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 137 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Frontera carries moderately more – 570 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL6 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 £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
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Vauxhall Frontera

The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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Reviews Vauxhall Frontera

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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Wolfgang
6 May 2026, 04:24:52

I just like the Opel better (maybe only because I'm very disappointed in VW and therefore also in its subsidiaries).

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Gilbert
14 Apr 2026, 08:19:17

I bought the Opel Frontera GS 145PS after also testing the VW T‑Roc; so far I've driven about 5,800 km in it.

My purchase decision was based on the following criteria:
- modern design that stands out from the crowd
- low fuel consumption
- very good seats and plenty of space front and rear
- large, practical boot
- good performance characteristics
- very easy to get into
- simple controls, partly with physical buttons
- clear, well‑laid‑out cockpit

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H. P.
19 Dec 2025, 13:27:19

Opel has clearly skimped here. Misaligned panel gaps, no position/parking light, patchy workmanship and ill‑fitting parts — for example the partition between the passenger footwell and the engine bay — the owner's manual is inadequate and at times reads like a fairy tale; many of the functions it describes are nowhere to be found. They simply don't exist. And the claimed fuel consumption? Even with normal driving — that is, without acceleration orgies — it's unattainable.

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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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Reviews NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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27 Apr 2026, 14:05:07

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NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption
Price
20,700 - 30,000 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
308 - 408 km
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 119 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
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,394 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
-
Length
4,854 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
436 - 570 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 14.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Vauxhall Frontera have?

The Vauxhall Frontera is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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