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Toyota Proace Max vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (279 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (56,900 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Proace Max or NIO EL6?

Toyota Proace Max vs NIO EL6: Key differences

Toyota Proace Max

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NIO EL6

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  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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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

Proace Max

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

NIO EL6 is markedly cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Toyota Proace Max costs 56,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,079 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the NIO EL6 is visibly more efficient: consuming 20.4 kWh/100km compared to 26.2 kWh/100km for the Toyota Proace Max. That’s a difference of about 5.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 105 km more than the Toyota Proace Max.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 279 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: NIO EL6 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, NIO EL6 is clearly lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,790 kg. The difference is around 575 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Max carries significantly more – 1,460 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 985 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.

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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
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Toyota Proace Max

The Toyota Proace Max is a practical, no-nonsense people-mover that swallows luggage and daily chaos with the steady reliability you expect from the badge. Its sensible cabin and unshowy comfort make it a great pick for families and businesses who want versatility without the drama.

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NIO EL6

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Costs and Consumption
Price
56,900 - 61,000 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
424 km
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,790 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
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Length
4,854 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
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Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
710 - 1,460 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
279 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
410 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
205 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Toyota Proace Max have?

The Toyota Proace Max is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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