Compare performance (279 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (40,400 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Movano or NIO EL8?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Vauxhall Movano is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,400 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,623 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the NIO EL8 is visibly more efficient: consuming 21.2 kWh/100km compared to 26.2 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Movano. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 86 km more than the Vauxhall Movano.
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 EL8 offers substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 279 HP. That’s roughly 374 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers significantly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.
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 Movano offers more seats – 7 vs 6.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Movano is markedly lighter – 2,150 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 463 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Movano carries clearly more – 2,020 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,443 kg.
The NIO EL8 sits just 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.
The Opel Movano is the no-nonsense workhorse that combines practicality with a calm, dependable presence on the road, designed to make hauling and daily chores feel almost effortless. Comfortable enough for long shifts and flexible enough to suit tradespeople, couriers or weekend DIY heroes, it’s built to be useful first and flashy never.
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The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
from 40,400 £
88%
· 2026-09-24
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Price
from 71,100 £
97%
· 2026-09-24
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
424 km
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Electric Range
390 - 510 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 - 233 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
Cargo Van
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
3 - 7
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Seats
6
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,150 - 2,910 kg
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Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
265 L
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Length
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Length
5,099 mm
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Width
2,050 mm
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Width
1,989 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,750 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
810 L
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Payload
590 - 2,020 kg
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Payload
557 - 577 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 279 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
350 - 450 Nm
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Torque
850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
103 - 205 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
NIO
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