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BMW 2 Series vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or NIO EL7?

BMW 2 Series vs NIO EL7: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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NIO EL7

  • a bit more power
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 2 Series is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,700 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,657 £.

EL7

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL7 offers a bit more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the NIO EL7 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: NIO EL7 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is significantly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 861 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers noticeably more boot space – 570 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL7 carries somewhat more – 469 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 km
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The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
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Length
4,912 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
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Height
1,720 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
449 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
NIO
Is the BMW 2 Series offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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