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Renault Master Bus vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (36,600 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Master Bus or NIO EL7?

Renault Master Bus vs NIO EL7: Key differences

Renault Master Bus

  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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NIO EL7

  • considerably more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Master Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Master Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,600 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,755 £.

EL7

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 EL7 offers considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 473 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL7 is slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Master Bus tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers significantly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.

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 Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Master Bus is moderately lighter – 2,189 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 232 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Master Bus offers substantially more capacity – up to 4,840 L, about 3,295 L more than the NIO EL7.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries substantially more – 1,254 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 785 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 stands out in the key areas 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 £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 km
Renault Master Bus
NIO EL7

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Renault Master Bus

The Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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Renault Master Bus
NIO EL7

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
227 - 280 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
105 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Length
4,912 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg
Payload
449 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
NIO
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