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Volvo S90 vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (62,200 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S90 or NIO EL8?

Volvo S90 vs NIO EL8: Key differences

Volvo S90

  • a bit cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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NIO EL8

  • markedly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

S90

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo S90 is a bit cheaper – starting at 62,200 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,829 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 421 km more than the Volvo S90.

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 markedly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 198 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Volvo S90 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL8 is marginally faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers moderately more torque with 850 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 141 Nm more.

S90

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 EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo S90 is noticeably lighter – 1,912 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 701 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers substantially more boot space – 453 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 188 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries moderately more – 577 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 is far ahead 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 £71,100
EL8

NIO EL8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 390 - 510 km
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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
89 km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
17 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
4,969 mm
Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
451 - 518 kg
Payload
557 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Volvo S90 have?

The Volvo S90 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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