Global EV Comparison: BMW i7 eDrive50 vs Tesla Model S 75D
Struggling to Decide? Let AI Help!
Your AI Summary Is Ready!
General Info
The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €115700. The Tesla Model S 75D (2016-2019) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €19990 on the used car market.
The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is a Sedan, whereas the Tesla Model S 75D (2016-2019) is a Liftback.
| Property | BMW i7 eDrive50 | Tesla Model S 75D |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2016-2019 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Netherlands, USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €115700 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €88950 | €19990 |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Tesla Model S 75D (2016-2019).
| Property | BMW i7 eDrive50 | Tesla Model S 75D |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 517 km | 417 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 611 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 509 km | 382 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 105.7 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 101.7 kWh | 72.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20 kWh/100 km | 19 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5 km/kWh | 5.27 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.5 | 6.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Tesla Model S 75D (2016-2019) maxes out at 120 kW.
The Tesla Model S 75D (2016-2019) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 16.5 kW, whereas the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i7 eDrive50 | Tesla Model S 75D |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 16.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 7.2 | 6.5 |
Performance
The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the Tesla Model S 75D (2016-2019) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Tesla Model S 75D (2016-2019) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i7 eDrive50 | Tesla Model S 75D |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 335 kW | 350 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 449 hp | 469 hp |
| Motor Torque | 650 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.5 s | 4.4 s |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h | 225 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.7 | 6.1 |
Dimensions
The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Tesla Model S 75D (2016-2019).
The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i7 eDrive50 | Tesla Model S 75D |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5391 mm | 4970 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2192 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1950 mm | 1964 mm |
| Height | 1544 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3215 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model S 75D (2016-2019) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S 75D (2016-2019), but the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | BMW i7 eDrive50 | Tesla Model S 75D |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2595 kg | 2108 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 745 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 500 l | 1645 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.7 | 5.5 |
