USA EV Comparison: BMW iX M70 xDrive vs Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE)
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) has a starting price of $115000, while the Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price USA (New) | $115000 | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 7.4 | 7.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) has a larger battery, the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 303 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 373 mi | 329 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 299 mi | 277 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 115 kWh | 111.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 108.9 kWh | 109 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 36.4 kWh/100 mi | 39.4 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.75 mi/kWh | 2.54 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 5.3 |
Charging
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 367 kW, while the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) maxes out at 195 kW.
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 195 kW | 367 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 485 kW | 450 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 650 hp | 603 hp |
| Motor Torque | 749 lb-ft | 524 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 3.6 s | 4.3 s |
| Top Speed | 155 mph | 155 mph |
| Performance Score | 7.5 | 6.8 |
Dimensions
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) is longer and wider, but the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) is taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 195.5 in | 200.9 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 87.8 in | 84.1 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 77.6 in | 79.5 in |
| Height | 66.7 in | 64.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.1 in | 118.9 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…), but the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) doesn’t have one.
The Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 4960 lb, whereas the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Lotus Eletre S (600 GT/GT SE/Sport SE) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5853 lb | 5721 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 17.7 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 61.8 ft3 | 54.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.6 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 4960 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.4 | 8 |
