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Renault Espace vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (200 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Espace or NIO EL6?

Renault Espace vs NIO EL6: Key differences

Renault Espace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Espace

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Espace is markedly cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,315 £.

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 significantly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 290 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 Renault Espace takes 8.8 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL6 is a bit faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

Espace

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Renault Espace offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Espace is clearly lighter – 1,673 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 542 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers moderately more boot space – 692 L compared to 597 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace offers markedly more capacity – up to 2,224 L, about 794 L more than the NIO EL6.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Espace carries somewhat more – 581 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 106 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL6 is clearly superior 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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Reviews Renault Espace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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BIEVELEZ
18 Nov 2025, 10:34:15

A very pleasant vehicle to drive, with excellent comfort and plenty of rear legroom.

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
110 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
4,746 mm
Length
4,854 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
404 - 581 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
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Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
147 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
NIO
What drive types are available for the Renault Espace?

The Renault Espace is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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