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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or NIO ET7?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs NIO ET7: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • slightly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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NIO ET7

  • considerably more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

5 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 5 Series Saloon is slightly cheaper – starting at 50,800 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,086 £.

As for electric range, the NIO ET7 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 479 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

ET7

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers moderately more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 653 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the NIO ET7 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the NIO ET7 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers slightly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

5 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is noticeably lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 634 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers noticeably more boot space – 520 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries markedly more – 600 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 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 £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 451 - 584 km
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The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption
Price
50,800 - 124,500 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
19 - 19.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
5,060 mm
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
446 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
NIO
Is the BMW 5 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

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

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