Global EV Comparison: BMW i7 M70 xDrive vs NIO ET7 Long Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) has a starting price of €181800, compared to the NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…), which starts at €90900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | BMW i7 M70 xDrive | NIO ET7 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €181800 | €90900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €135900 | €44100 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) has a larger battery, the NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW i7 M70 xDrive | NIO ET7 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 468 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 560 km | 580 km |
| Range (GCC) | 453 km | 474 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 105.7 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 101.7 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.5 kWh/100 km | 19 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.45 km/kWh | 5.27 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…) maxes out at 127 kW.
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i7 M70 xDrive | NIO ET7 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 127 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i7 M70 xDrive | NIO ET7 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 485 kW | 480 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 650 hp | 644 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1100 Nm | 850 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 3.8 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.6 | 6.8 |
Dimensions
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…).
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i7 M70 xDrive | NIO ET7 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5391 mm | 5101 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2192 mm | 2202 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1950 mm | 1987 mm |
| Height | 1544 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3215 mm | 3060 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The NIO ET7 Long Range (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 kg, whereas the BMW i7 M70 xDrive (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i7 M70 xDrive | NIO ET7 Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2770 kg | 2454 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 363 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 500 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 2000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.7 | 5.9 |
