Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model S Plaid vs NIO ET7 Standard Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) has a starting price of €109990, compared to the NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…), which starts at €81900.
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is a Liftback, whereas the NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | NIO ET7 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €109990 | €81900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €83500 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7.7 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…).
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | NIO ET7 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 578 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 600 km | 445 km |
| Range (GCC) | 530 km | 378 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 95 kWh | 73.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km | 19.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.58 km/kWh | 5.14 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.4 | 6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the NIO ET7 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.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | NIO ET7 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 140 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.6 | 6.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | NIO ET7 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 760 kW | 480 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 1020 hp | 644 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1420 Nm | 850 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.1 s | 3.8 s |
| Top Speed | 322 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.5 | 6.8 |
Dimensions
The NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…).
The NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | NIO ET7 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5021 mm | 5101 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2202 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1987 mm | 1987 mm |
| Height | 1431 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 3060 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…), but the NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…).
| Property | Tesla Model S Plaid | NIO ET7 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2167 kg | 2434 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 709 l | 363 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1739 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 89 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.1 | 5.9 |
