USA EV Comparison: NIO EL7 Long Range vs Smart #5 Brabus
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General Info
While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | NIO EL7 Long Range | Smart #5 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.9 |
Range and Efficiency
The Smart #5 Brabus (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…).
| Property | NIO EL7 Long Range | Smart #5 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 319 mi | 336 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 272 mi | 285 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 90 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 33.1 kWh/100 mi | 33 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.02 mi/kWh | 3.03 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 6.7 |
Charging
The Smart #5 Brabus (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Smart #5 Brabus (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 400 kW, while the NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) maxes out at 127 kW.
The Smart #5 Brabus (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | NIO EL7 Long Range | Smart #5 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 127 kW | 400 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) has more power, the Smart #5 Brabus (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | NIO EL7 Long Range | Smart #5 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 480 kW | 475 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 644 hp | 637 hp |
| Motor Torque | 627 lb-ft | 524 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 3.7 s | 3.6 s |
| Top Speed | 124 mph | 130 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.8 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Smart #5 Brabus (2025-…).
The NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | NIO EL7 Long Range | Smart #5 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 193.4 in | 184.8 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 89.4 in | 85.4 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 78.2 in | 75.6 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 67.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in | 114.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Smart #5 Brabus (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Smart #5 Brabus (2025-…), but the NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Smart #5 Brabus (2025-…).
| Property | NIO EL7 Long Range | Smart #5 Brabus |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5381 lb | 5242 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 20.1 ft3 | 22.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 54.6 ft3 | 54 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.7 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 4409 lb | 3527 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.8 | 7.4 |
