Global EV Comparison: Cadillac Vistiq AWD vs NIO EL7 Long Range
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General Info
The NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €94900. Although the Cadillac Vistiq AWD (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Cadillac Vistiq AWD | NIO EL7 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €94900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €58999 |
| GCC Score | 7.5 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Cadillac Vistiq AWD (2025-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…).
| Property | Cadillac Vistiq AWD | NIO EL7 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 483 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 513 km |
| Range (GCC) | 459 km | 437 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 106 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 102 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.2 kWh/100 km | 20.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.5 km/kWh | 4.86 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 6.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Cadillac Vistiq AWD (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 190 kW, while the NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) maxes out at 127 kW.
The Cadillac Vistiq AWD (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Cadillac Vistiq AWD | NIO EL7 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 190 kW | 127 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.5 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | Cadillac Vistiq AWD | NIO EL7 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 458 kW | 480 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 615 hp | 644 hp |
| Motor Torque | 881 Nm | 850 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 s | 3.9 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.9 | 6.8 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Vistiq AWD (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Cadillac Vistiq AWD | NIO EL7 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5222 mm | 4912 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2202 mm | 2271 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1987 mm |
| Height | 1803 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3094 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Vistiq AWD (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Cadillac Vistiq AWD (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the NIO EL7 Long Range (2022-…).
| Property | Cadillac Vistiq AWD | NIO EL7 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2869 kg | 2441 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 1217 l | 570 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2270 l | 1545 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2268 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.9 | 7.8 |
