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BMW i7 vs Kia Picanto comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 68 HP), boot space and price (99,300 £ vs 15,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Kia Picanto?

BMW i7 vs Kia Picanto: Key differences

BMW i7

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i7

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Picanto is significantly cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 84,265 £.

Picanto

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 i7 offers substantially more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 591 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 10.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers significantly more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 1,004 Nm more.

i7

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is substantially lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 1,471 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i7 offers significantly more boot space – 500 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i7 carries visibly more – 535 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 203 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i7 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 £99,300
i7

BMW i7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 455 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 559 - 624 km
BMW i7
Kia Picanto

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BMW i7

The BMW i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.

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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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BMW i7
Kia Picanto

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,300 - 157,200 £
Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
126 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
255 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
253 - 332 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
68 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
96 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
50 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Kia
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