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Suzuki Ignis vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (83 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (15,600 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Ignis or NIO EL6?

Suzuki Ignis vs NIO EL6: Key differences

Suzuki Ignis

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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NIO EL6

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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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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

Ignis

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.

Suzuki Ignis is clearly cheaper – starting at 15,600 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,249 £.

EL6

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL6 offers clearly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 83 HP. That’s roughly 407 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Suzuki Ignis takes 12.7 s. That’s about 8.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL6 is a bit faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Suzuki Ignis tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 107 Nm. That’s about 593 Nm more.

Ignis

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Ignis is significantly lighter – 935 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,280 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers significantly more boot space – 597 L compared to 267 L. That’s a difference of about 330 L.

For maximum load capacity, the NIO EL6 offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,430 L, about 330 L more than the Suzuki Ignis.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries somewhat more – 475 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 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
Suzuki Ignis
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Suzuki Ignis

The Suzuki Ignis is a cheeky compact crossover that turns city chores into cheerful adventures, with chunky styling and a surprisingly practical cabin. It won't pretend to be a sports car, but its nimble manners, low running costs and ample personality make it an ideal pick for urban buyers who want fun without pretension.

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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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Suzuki Ignis
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption

Price
15,600 - 19,500 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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 - 122 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
30 - 32 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
935 - 995 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
204 - 267 L
Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
3,700 mm
Length
4,854 mm
Width
1,690 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,605 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,086 - 1,100 L
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
335 - 395 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
83 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
155 - 165 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
107 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
61 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2020
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
NIO
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