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BMW X7 vs Nissan Ariya comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (91,300 £ vs 54,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X7 or Nissan Ariya?

BMW X7 vs Nissan Ariya: Key differences

BMW X7

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Nissan Ariya

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X7

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.

Nissan Ariya is substantially cheaper – starting at 54,800 £ , while the BMW X7 costs 91,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,437 £.

Ariya

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X7 offers slightly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X7 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X7 delivers moderately more torque with 750 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

X7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW X7 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Ariya is barely lighter – 2,277 kg compared to 2,490 kg. The difference is around 213 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X7 offers substantially more boot space – 750 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 335 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X7 carries significantly more – 760 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 397 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X7 sits just ahead 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 £91,300
X7

BMW X7

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 352 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8 - 12.1 L/100km
BMW X7
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X7

The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.

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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 X7
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,300 - 118,300 £
Price
54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
417 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
210 - 274 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,490 - 2,675 kg
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Trunk capacity
750 L
Trunk capacity
415 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,000 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
680 - 760 kg
Payload
363 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
352 - 530 HP
Power HP
435 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
520 - 750 Nm
Torque
600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
259 - 390 kW
Power kW
320 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Nissan
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