Global EV Comparison: Xiaomi YU7 Max vs NIO EL8 Standard Range
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General Info
The NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €94900. The Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Xiaomi YU7 Max | NIO EL8 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €39103 | €94900 |
| GCC Score | 8.3 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
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-…).
| Property | Xiaomi YU7 Max | NIO EL8 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 608 km | 390 km |
| Range (GCC) | 517 km | 335 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 107 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 101.7 kWh | 73.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km | 21.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.08 km/kWh | 4.56 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 4.7 |
Charging
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.
| Property | Xiaomi YU7 Max | NIO EL8 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 507 kW | 140 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.8 | 6.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Xiaomi YU7 Max | NIO EL8 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 508 kW | 480 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 681 hp | 644 hp |
| Motor Torque | 866 Nm | 850 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.2 s | 4.1 s |
| Top Speed | 253 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.5 | 6.7 |
Dimensions
The NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...).
The NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Xiaomi YU7 Max | NIO EL8 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4999 mm | 5099 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2199 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1996 mm | 1989 mm |
| Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 3070 mm |
Cargo and Towing
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 2000 kg, whereas the Xiaomi YU7 Max (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Xiaomi YU7 Max | NIO EL8 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Curb Weight | 2405 kg | 2538 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 678 l | 265 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1754 l | 810 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 141 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 2000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 7.9 |
