Compare performance (727 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (50800 £ vs 59900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or NIO ET7?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BMW 5 Series Saloon has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50800 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9086 £.
As for electric range, the NIO ET7 performs significantly better – achieving up to 584 km, about 479 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.
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 BMW 5 Series Saloon has a somewhat edge – offering 727 HP compared to 653 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the NIO ET7 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 5 Series Saloon performs a bit better – 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: BMW 5 Series Saloon pulls a bit stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is evident lighter – 1800 kg compared to 2434 kg. The difference is around 634 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers clearly perceptible more room – 520 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.
When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Saloon noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.
The NIO ET7 is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.
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Price
50800 - 124500 £
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Price
59900 - 68900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
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Battery Capacity
19 - 19.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1800 - 2515 kg
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Curb weight
2434 - 2454 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
363 L
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Length
5060 mm
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Length
5101 mm
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Width
1900 - 1970 mm
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Width
1987 mm
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Height
1515 mm
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Height
1509 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
425 - 600 kg
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Payload
446 - 466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.80 s
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Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
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Torque
850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2026
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
NIO
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.