Compare performance (748 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or NIO EL6?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
NIO EL6 is substantially cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 70,285 £.
As for electric range, the NIO EL6 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 529 km, about 449 km more than the BMW XM.
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 XM offers clearly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the NIO EL6 takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers visibly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, NIO EL6 is markedly lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.
Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers moderately more boot space – 597 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries marginally more – 525 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
The NIO EL6 holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.
detailsThe NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.
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Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
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Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
527 L
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Trunk capacity
597 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,854 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,703 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
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Payload
505 - 525 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
476 - 748 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
350 - 550 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
NIO
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