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NIO EL7 vs BMW XM comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 748 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 116,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL7 or BMW XM?

NIO EL7 vs BMW XM: Key differences

NIO EL7

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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BMW XM

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EL7

Costs and Efficiency:

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

NIO EL7 is significantly cheaper – starting at 63,300 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,800 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL7 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 501 km, about 421 km more than the BMW XM.

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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 XM offers moderately more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 653 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the NIO EL7 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers moderately more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

EL7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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

In terms of curb weight, NIO EL7 is somewhat lighter – 2,421 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 274 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers very slightly more boot space – 570 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries moderately more – 525 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 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 £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 km
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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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BMW XM

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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
105 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
527 L
Length
4,912 mm
Length
-
Width
1,987 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
449 - 469 kg
Payload
505 - 525 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
850 Nm
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
NIO
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL7 have?

The NIO EL7 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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