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BMW iX3 vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (469 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (54,300 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX3 or NIO ET7?

BMW iX3 vs NIO ET7: Key differences

BMW iX3

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
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NIO ET7

  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

iX3

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.

BMW iX3 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 54,300 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,572 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX3 is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 4.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 805 km, about 221 km more than the NIO ET7.

ET7

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 NIO ET7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 469 HP. That’s roughly 184 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BMW iX3 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers markedly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 645 Nm. That’s about 205 Nm more.

iX3

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 iX3 is marginally lighter – 2,360 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 74 kg.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 shows a few small advantages 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 £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 584 km
BMW iX3
NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX3

The BMW iX3 is an electric SUV that delivers the composed, premium driving experience BMW buyers expect. With a calm, refined cabin and practical everyday usability, it’s a strong choice for those who want electric motoring without giving up luxury and comfort.

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NIO ET7

The 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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BMW iX3
NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,300 - 66,300 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
635 - 805 km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
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Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
465 kg
Payload
446 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
320 - 469 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
500 - 645 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
235 - 345 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
NIO
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