USA EV Comparison: NIO EL8 Standard Range vs BMW iX M70 xDrive
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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 NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | NIO EL8 Standard Range | BMW iX M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $115000 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 7.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…).
| Property | NIO EL8 Standard Range | BMW iX M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 303 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 242 mi | 373 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 208 mi | 299 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 75 kWh | 115 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 73.5 kWh | 108.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 35.3 kWh/100 mi | 36.4 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.83 mi/kWh | 2.75 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.7 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 195 kW, while the NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) maxes out at 140 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | NIO EL8 Standard Range | BMW iX M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 140 kW | 195 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 6.2 | 8 |
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 | NIO EL8 Standard Range | BMW iX M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 480 kW | 485 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 644 hp | 650 hp |
| Motor Torque | 627 lb-ft | 749 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 3.9 s | 3.6 s |
| Top Speed | 124 mph | 155 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.7 | 7.5 |
Dimensions
The NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...).
The NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | NIO EL8 Standard Range | BMW iX M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 200.7 in | 195.5 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 86.6 in | 87.8 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 78.3 in | 77.6 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 66.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 118.1 in |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The NIO EL8 Standard Range (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 4409 lb, whereas the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | NIO EL8 Standard Range | BMW iX M70 xDrive |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5595 lb | 5853 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 9.4 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 28.6 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 4409 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.9 | 8.4 |
