Compare performance (235 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or NIO EL7?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Subaru BRZ is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,351 £.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL7 offers substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 418 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Subaru BRZ is moderately faster – reaching 226 km/h, while the NIO EL7 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 600 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: NIO EL7 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is significantly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 1,146 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers significantly more boot space – 570 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 333 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL7 carries moderately more – 469 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
The NIO EL7 stands well ahead of its rival 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 Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.
detailsThe 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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Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
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Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
384 - 501 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
199 - 200 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
Coupe
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
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Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
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Trunk capacity
237 L
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Trunk capacity
570 L
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Length
4,265 mm
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Length
4,912 mm
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Width
1,775 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
1,310 mm
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Height
1,720 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
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Payload
395 - 404 kg
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Payload
449 - 469 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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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
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
235 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
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Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
250 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
172 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Subaru
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Brand
NIO
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