Global EV Comparison: NIO EL7 Standard Range vs Tesla Model Y Performance

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) has a starting price of €85900, compared to the Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...), which starts at €62970.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) maxes out at 140 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) has more power, the Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...).

The NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Tesla Model Y Performance (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 Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...), but the NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) doesn’t have one.

The NIO EL7 Standard Range (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Tesla Model Y Performance (2025-...).