Compare performance (207 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (33,800 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Torres or NIO EL8?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
SsangYong Torres is substantially cheaper – starting at 33,800 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,209 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the SsangYong Torres is moderately more efficient: consuming 18.7 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers barely more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 48 km more than the SsangYong Torres.
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 207 HP. That’s roughly 446 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the NIO EL8 is marginally faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the SsangYong Torres tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 511 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Torres is substantially lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 1,115 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers clearly more boot space – 703 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 438 L.
For maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Torres offers considerably more capacity – up to 1,662 L, about 852 L more than the NIO EL8.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries barely more – 577 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
The SsangYong Torres 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.
SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.
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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
33,800 - 44,600 £
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Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
462 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 - 207 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
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
6
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
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Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
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Trunk capacity
703 L
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Trunk capacity
265 L
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Length
4,700 mm
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Length
5,099 mm
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Width
1,890 mm
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Width
1,989 mm
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Height
1,710 mm
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Height
1,750 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
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Max trunk capacity
810 L
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Payload
552 kg
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Payload
557 - 577 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 207 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
191 - 194 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
280 - 339 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
120 - 152 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
SsangYong
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Brand
NIO
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