Global EV Comparison: BMW i4 eDrive40 vs Xiaomi SU7 Base
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General Info
The Xiaomi SU7 (2024-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €27832. The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €39990 on the used car market.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) is a Liftback, whereas the Xiaomi SU7 (2024-...) is a Sedan.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Xiaomi SU7 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €27832 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €39990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) has a larger battery, the Xiaomi SU7 (2024-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Xiaomi SU7 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 484 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 589 km | 560 km |
| Range (GCC) | 467 km | 476 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 76.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80.7 kWh | 73.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km | 15.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.79 km/kWh | 6.47 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.9 | 8.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 207 kW, while the Xiaomi SU7 (2024-...) maxes out at 170 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Xiaomi SU7 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Although the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) has more power, the Xiaomi SU7 (2024-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Xiaomi SU7 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 220 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 295 hp |
| Motor Torque | 430 Nm | 400 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 s | 5.3 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 4.9 |
Dimensions
The Xiaomi SU7 (2024-...) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024).
The Xiaomi SU7 (2024-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Xiaomi SU7 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4997 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1963 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 3000 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Xiaomi SU7 (2024-...), but the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) doesn’t have one.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Xiaomi SU7 (2024-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Xiaomi SU7 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2125 kg | 1980 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 517 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 105 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.3 |
