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BMW i7 vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (99,300 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or NIO EL8?

BMW i7 vs NIO EL8: Key differences

BMW i7

  • barely more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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NIO EL8

  • markedly cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i7

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

NIO EL8 is markedly cheaper – starting at 71,100 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,285 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i7 is slightly more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i7 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 624 km, about 114 km more than the NIO EL8.

EL8

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 i7 offers barely more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 653 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the NIO EL8 takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers markedly more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

i7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW i7 is very slightly lighter – 2,595 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i7 offers clearly more boot space – 500 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries barely more – 577 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i7 comes out clearly 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 £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
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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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The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,300 - 157,200 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 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
6
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
-
Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
-
Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
557 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
NIO
Is the BMW i7 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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