Lotus Eletre Base vs NIO EL8 Long Range
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Lotus Eletre (2023-…) has a starting price of $107000, while the NIO EL8 Long Range (2024-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Lotus Eletre Base | NIO EL8 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | Yes | No |
| Price USA (New) | $107000 | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 8.2 | 7.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Lotus Eletre (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the NIO EL8 Long Range (2024-…).
| Property | Lotus Eletre Base | NIO EL8 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 373 mi | 317 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 308 mi | 271 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 111.9 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 109 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 35.4 kWh/100 mi | 33.2 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.83 mi/kWh | 3.01 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 6.5 |
Charging
| Property | Lotus Eletre Base | NIO EL8 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 367 kW | 240 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 10 | 7.4 |
Performance
| Property | Lotus Eletre Base | NIO EL8 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 450 kW | 480 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 603 hp | 644 hp |
| Motor Torque | 524 lb-ft | 627 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.3 s | 3.9 s |
| Top Speed | 155 mph | 124 mph |
| Performance Score | 7.8 | 7.8 |
Dimensions
| Property | Lotus Eletre Base | NIO EL8 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 200.9 in | 200.7 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 84.1 in | 86.6 in |
| Height | 64.2 in | 68.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 120.9 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Lotus Eletre Base | NIO EL8 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Curb Weight | 5655 lb | 5804 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 21.6 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 54.1 ft3 | 28.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.6 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 4960 lb | 4409 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.1 | 7.9 |
