Global EV Comparison: Cadillac Celestiq First Edition vs BMW i7 xDrive60
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) has a starting price of €139900, while the Cadillac Celestiq (2024-…) is not sold in Europe.
The Cadillac Celestiq (2024-…) is a Liftback, whereas the BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | Cadillac Celestiq First Edition | BMW i7 xDrive60 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | Germany |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €139900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €89900 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Cadillac Celestiq (2024-…) has a larger battery, the BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Cadillac Celestiq First Edition | BMW i7 xDrive60 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 488 km | 510 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 625 km |
| Range (GCC) | 464 km | 516 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 116.8 kWh | 105.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 111 kWh | 101.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.9 kWh/100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.18 km/kWh | 5.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 7.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Cadillac Celestiq (2024-…) maxes out at 190 kW.
The Cadillac Celestiq (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 19.2 kW, whereas the BMW i7 xDrive60 (2022-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Cadillac Celestiq First Edition | BMW i7 xDrive60 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 19.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 190 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.4 | 7.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Cadillac Celestiq (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Cadillac Celestiq First Edition | BMW i7 xDrive60 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 488 kW | 400 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 655 hp | 536 hp |
| Motor Torque | 876 Nm | 745 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 209 km/h | 240 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7 | 6.7 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Celestiq (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Cadillac Celestiq First Edition | BMW i7 xDrive60 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5517 mm | 5391 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2284 mm | 2192 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1950 mm |
| Height | 1453 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3308 mm | 3215 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Cadillac Celestiq (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 Cadillac Celestiq (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Cadillac Celestiq First Edition | BMW i7 xDrive60 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2722 kg | 2715 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 894 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 53 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 2000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.6 | 6.2 |
