USA EV Comparison: Tesla Model Y Performance vs NIO EL6 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.
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General Info

While the NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as $18999 on the used car market.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Tesla Model Y Performance NIO EL6 Long Range
Years of Production 2020-2025 2023-…
Current Status Discontinued Produced
Country of Manufacture China, Germany, USA China
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU
Price USA (New) $54490 - Price USA (New)
Price USA (Used) $18999 - Price USA (Used)
GCC Score 7.7 7

Range and Efficiency

Property Tesla Model Y Performance NIO EL6 Long Range
Range (EPA) 303 mi - Range (EPA)
Range (WLTP) 319 mi 329 mi
Range (GCC) 280 mi 280 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 78.1 kWh 100 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 75 kWh 90 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 26.8 kWh/100 mi 32.1 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.73 mi/kWh 3.11 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 7.8 6.8

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) maxes out at 180 kW.

The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) is limited to 11 kW.

Property Tesla Model Y Performance NIO EL6 Long Range
Max Charging Power (AC) 11.5 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 250 kW 180 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port Tesla (NACS) CCS Type 2
Charging Score 7.2 7

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Tesla Model Y Performance NIO EL6 Long Range
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type IM (front), PMSM (rear) IM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 393 kW 360 kW
Motor Power (hp) 527 hp 483 hp
Motor Torque 487 lb-ft 516 lb-ft
0-60 mph 3.5 s 4.3 s
Top Speed 155 mph 124 mph
Performance Score 6.6 6

Dimensions

The NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) is longer, wider, and taller.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Tesla Model Y Performance NIO EL6 Long Range
Length 187 in 191.1 in
Width (with Mirrors) 83.8 in 87.1 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 75.6 in 78.5 in
Height 63.9 in 67 in
Wheelbase 113.8 in 114.8 in

Cargo and Towing

The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) 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 Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025), but the NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) doesn’t have one.

The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…).

Property Tesla Model Y Performance NIO EL6 Long Range
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4398 lb 5286 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 30.2 ft3 20.4 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 72.1 ft3 50.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 4.1 ft3 - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 3500 lb 2645 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 7.7 7.4
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