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BMW 7 Series vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Tesla Model S?

BMW 7 Series vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Tesla Model S is very slightly cheaper – starting at 94,300 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,494 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 664 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

Model S

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 Tesla Model S offers substantially more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 571 HP. That’s roughly 449 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the BMW 7 Series takes 4.3 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

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, Tesla Model S is marginally lighter – 2,092 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 163 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers noticeably more boot space – 799 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 259 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries visibly more – 665 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 223 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S 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.

from £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 611 - 744 km
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Tesla Model S

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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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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
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Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
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Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
432 - 442 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
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 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
Tesla
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