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VW Caddy vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (27,800 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Caddy or NIO EL7?

VW Caddy vs NIO EL7: Key differences

VW Caddy

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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NIO EL7

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Caddy is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,583 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL7 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 501 km, about 380 km more than the VW Caddy.

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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 EL7 offers substantially more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 503 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the VW Caddy takes 11.4 s. That’s about 7.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL7 is marginally faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the VW Caddy tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 530 Nm more.

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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: VW Caddy offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy is clearly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 846 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy offers clearly more capacity – up to 3,700 L, about 2,155 L more than the NIO EL7.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy carries visibly more – 710 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 241 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 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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EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 km
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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Jakob Blans
12 May 2026, 16:22:17

A really lovely car with space for a wheelchair and much more, which we've had for almost 14 years and driven over 200,000 km with. Now the gearbox has failed and we'd like to buy a new one.

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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
10 - 165 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,912 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
501 - 710 kg
Payload
449 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
NIO
What drive types are available for the VW Caddy?

The VW Caddy is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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