Global EV Comparison: BMW i4 eDrive40 vs XPENG P7 RWD Long Range
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General Info
The XPENG P7 RWD Long Range (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €49600. 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 XPENG P7 RWD Long Range (2023-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | XPENG P7 RWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €49600 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €39990 | €37875 |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The XPENG P7 RWD Long Range (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024).
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | XPENG P7 RWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 484 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 589 km | 576 km |
| Range (GCC) | 467 km | 490 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 86.2 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80.7 kWh | 82.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.79 km/kWh | 5.93 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 8.3 |
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 XPENG P7 RWD Long Range (2023-…) maxes out at 182 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | XPENG P7 RWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 182 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 6.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | XPENG P7 RWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 203 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 272 hp |
| Motor Torque | 430 Nm | 440 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.9 | 4.6 |
Dimensions
The XPENG P7 RWD Long Range (2023-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024).
The XPENG P7 RWD Long Range (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | XPENG P7 RWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4888 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1896 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 2998 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the XPENG P7 RWD Long Range (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | XPENG P7 RWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2125 kg | 2095 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 440 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 4.8 |
