USA EV Comparison: NIO EL8 Standard Range vs Xiaomi YU7 Max

While the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. Although the Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…).

The Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 507 kW, while the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) maxes out at 140 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...).

The NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...), but the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

The NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 4409 lb, whereas the Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the US.