Global EV Comparison: BMW i7 xDrive60 vs Lotus Emeya 600
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) has a starting price of €139900, compared to the Lotus Emeya 600 (2024-...), which starts at €107990.
The BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) is a Sedan, whereas the Lotus Emeya 600 (2024-...) is a Liftback.
| Property | BMW i7 xDrive60 | Lotus Emeya 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €139900 | €107990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €89900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 7.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Lotus Emeya 600 (2024-...).
| Property | BMW i7 xDrive60 | Lotus Emeya 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 510 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 625 km | 610 km |
| Range (GCC) | 516 km | 484 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 105.7 kWh | 102 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 101.7 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km | 20.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.07 km/kWh | 4.84 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 7 |
Charging
The Lotus Emeya 600 (2024-...) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Lotus Emeya 600 (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 350 kW, while the BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) maxes out at 200 kW.
The Lotus Emeya 600 (2024-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i7 xDrive60 | Lotus Emeya 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 350 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.2 | 9.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lotus Emeya 600 (2024-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i7 xDrive60 | Lotus Emeya 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 400 kW | 450 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 536 hp | 603 hp |
| Motor Torque | 745 Nm | 710 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 s | 4.2 s |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.7 | 6.8 |
Dimensions
The BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) is longer and taller, but the Lotus Emeya 600 (2024-...) is wider.
The BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i7 xDrive60 | Lotus Emeya 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5391 mm | 5139 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2192 mm | 2241 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1950 mm | 2005 mm |
| Height | 1544 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3215 mm | 3069 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Lotus Emeya 600 (2024-...), but the BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 kg, whereas the Lotus Emeya 600 (2024-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i7 xDrive60 | Lotus Emeya 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2715 kg | 2550 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 509 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 500 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 45 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.2 | 5.5 |
