Compare performance (102 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or NIO EL6?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Express is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,732 £.
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 102 HP. That’s roughly 388 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the NIO EL6 is slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: NIO EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is substantially lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 919 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Express offers considerably more capacity – up to 3,300 L, about 1,870 L more than the NIO EL6.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries markedly more – 700 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 kg.
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.
The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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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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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
121 - 149 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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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
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
4,393 mm
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Length
4,854 mm
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Width
1,775 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
1,811 mm
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Height
1,703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manual
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual 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
75 - 102 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2021
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
NIO
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