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Suzuki Jimny vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (25,300 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Jimny or NIO EL6?

Suzuki Jimny vs NIO EL6: Key differences

Suzuki Jimny

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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NIO EL6

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

Jimny

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Suzuki Jimny is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,580 £.

EL6

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 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 substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 8.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL6 is visibly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Suzuki Jimny tops out at 145 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 570 Nm more.

Jimny

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: NIO EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is considerably lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,050 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the NIO EL6 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,430 L, about 567 L more than the Suzuki Jimny.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries considerably more – 475 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL6 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.

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 Jimny
NIO EL6

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Suzuki Jimny

Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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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 Jimny
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
173 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
3,645 mm
Length
4,854 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
270 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
145 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
130 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
75 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
NIO
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