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BMW 7 Series vs Nissan Ariya comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 54,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Nissan Ariya?

BMW 7 Series vs Nissan Ariya: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • markedly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Nissan Ariya

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Ariya is clearly cheaper – starting at 54,800 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,923 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Ariya offers considerably more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 337 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

Ariya

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series offers markedly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers visibly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 7 Series is only slightly lighter – 2,255 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 22 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers markedly more boot space – 540 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries considerably more – 665 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 302 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Ariya 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.

£54,848
Ariya

Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 24.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 417 km
BMW 7 Series
Nissan Ariya

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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BMW 7 Series
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
417 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
415 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
363 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
435 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
320 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Nissan
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