Global EV Comparison: NIO EL6 Standard Range vs Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The NIO EL6 Standard Range (2023-…) has a starting price of €65500, compared to the Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…), which starts at €124920.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | NIO EL6 Standard Range | Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | USA, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €65500 | €124920 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €84950 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the NIO EL6 Standard Range (2023-…).
| Property | NIO EL6 Standard Range | Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 406 km | 488 km |
| Range (GCC) | 345 km | 398 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 75 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 73.5 kWh | 90.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.3 kWh/100 km | 22.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.69 km/kWh | 4.39 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 5.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 170 kW, while the NIO EL6 Standard Range (2023-…) maxes out at 140 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 Standard Range (2023-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | NIO EL6 Standard Range | Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 140 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.2 | 7.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the NIO EL6 Standard Range (2023-…) has more power, the Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | NIO EL6 Standard Range | Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 360 kW | 350 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 483 hp | 469 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 858 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 4.3 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6 | 6.4 |
Dimensions
The NIO EL6 Standard 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.
| Property | NIO EL6 Standard Range | Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4854 mm | 4879 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2212 mm | 2141 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1995 mm | 1940 mm |
| Height | 1703 mm | 1672 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2915 mm | 3030 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The NIO EL6 Standard 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 Standard Range (2023-…).
| Property | NIO EL6 Standard Range | Mercedes EQE SUV AMG 43 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2378 kg | 2600 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 579 l | 520 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1430 l | 1675 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.4 | 7.7 |