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Toyota Yaris Cross vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (23,700 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Yaris Cross or NIO EL6?

Toyota Yaris Cross vs NIO EL6: Key differences

Toyota Yaris Cross

4.2 (19 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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

Yaris Cross

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Yaris Cross is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,700 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,166 £.

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 130 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.7 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.

Yaris Cross

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Yaris Cross is clearly lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 1,035 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers noticeably more boot space – 597 L compared to 397 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Yaris Cross carries very slightly more – 510 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL6 is decisively ahead 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
Toyota Yaris Cross
NIO EL6

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Toyota Yaris Cross

The Toyota Yaris Cross blends the maneuverability of a small hatch with the higher driving position and practicality of a crossover, wrapped in Toyota's dependable build quality. It suits urban buyers who need easy parking, flexible cargo space and a comfortable, economical daily driver.

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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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Toyota Yaris Cross
NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,700 - 34,300 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 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
101 - 108 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,180 - 1,290 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
-
Length
4,854 mm
Width
1,765 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
485 - 510 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 130 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 96 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
NIO
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