Global EV Comparison: NIO ET7 Long Range vs Tesla Model S Plaid
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…) has a starting price of €90900, compared to the Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…), which starts at €114990.
The NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…) is a Sedan, whereas the Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…) is a Liftback.
| Property | NIO ET7 Long Range | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €90900 | €114990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €44100 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 7.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…).
| Property | NIO ET7 Long Range | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 592 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 580 km | 612 km |
| Range (GCC) | 474 km | 541 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 90 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19 kWh/100 km | 17.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.27 km/kWh | 5.69 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 8.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…) maxes out at 127 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | NIO ET7 Long Range | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 127 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 7.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | NIO ET7 Long Range | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 480 kW | 760 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 644 hp | 1020 hp |
| Motor Torque | 850 Nm | 1420 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8 s | 2.1 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 322 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.8 | 8.5 |
Dimensions
The NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…).
The NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | NIO ET7 Long Range | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5101 mm | 5021 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2202 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1987 mm | 1987 mm |
| Height | 1509 mm | 1431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3060 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…), but the NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Tesla Model S Plaid (2025-…).
| Property | NIO ET7 Long Range | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2454 kg | 2178 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 363 l | 709 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1739 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 89 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.9 | 6.1 |
