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Volvo EC40 vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (442 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or NIO EL8?

Volvo EC40 vs NIO EL8: Key differences

Volvo EC40

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • markedly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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NIO EL8

  • visibly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EC40

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo EC40 is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,523 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EC40 is clearly more efficient: consuming 16.2 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 75 km more than the NIO EL8.

EL8

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 EL8 offers visibly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Volvo EC40 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo EC40 is markedly lighter – 2,065 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 548 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EC40 offers clearly more boot space – 404 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 139 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries visibly more – 577 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 142 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 is barely 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 £46,500
EC40

Volvo EC40

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 486 - 585 km
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Volvo EC40

The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.

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NIO EL8

The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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NIO EL8

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
404 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
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Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
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Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
395 - 435 kg
Payload
557 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
NIO
Is the Volvo EC40 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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