Global EV Comparison: NIO EL6 Long Range vs Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) has a starting price of €74500, compared to the Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…), which starts at €124920.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Even though the Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…) has a larger battery, the NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 180 kW, while the Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…) maxes out at 170 kW.

The Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) is limited to 11 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) has more power, the Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…).

The Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

The Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the NIO EL6 Long Range (2023-…).