BMW iX3 30 eDrive vs NIO EL7 100 kWh

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner NIO EL7 100 kWh 4.5 s Runner-up: 6.8 s
Range winner NIO EL7 100 kWh 515 km Runner-up: 465 km
Power winner NIO EL7 100 kWh 480 hp Runner-up: 281 hp
Cargo winner NIO EL7 100 kWh 658 L Runner-up: 520 L
Price winner BMW iX3 30 eDrive $58,675 Runner-up: $73,000

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive against the 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.5 seconds, compared with 6.8 seconds for 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive. 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh has the higher listed output at 480 hp; 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive is rated at 281 hp, a difference of 199 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh at 850 Nm and 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive at 400 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh carries the longer listed range at 515 km, against 465 km for 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive. 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive has the lower recorded consumption at 14.8 kWh/100km; 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh is listed at 19.4 kWh/100km. 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 150 kW, compared with 140 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 658 litres versus 520 litres, a difference of 138 litres. 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh carries the higher towing rating at 2,000 kg, while 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive is listed at 1,200 kg. 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh is 157 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive has the lower listed starting price at $58,675, compared with $73,000 for 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh. 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification BMW iX3 30 eDrive2025 NIO EL7 100 kWh2026
Performance
0-100 km/h6.8 s4.5 s
Top Speed180 km/h200 km/h
Power281 hp480 hp
Torque400 Nm850 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range465 km515 km
Battery68.7 kWh100 kWh
Efficiency14.8 kWh/100km19.4 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging150 kW140 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,755 mm4,912 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm179 mm
Cargo520 L658 L
Curb Weight2,060 kg2,379 kg
Towing1,200 kg2,000 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.1 m12.2 m
Starting MSRP$58,675$73,000

BMW iX3 30 eDrive vs NIO EL7 100 kWh questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive or the 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh?

2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.5 seconds, versus 6.8 seconds for 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive or the 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh?

2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive or the 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh?

2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh has more power at 480 hp, a 199 hp advantage over 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive.

Which has more range, the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive or the 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh?

2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh has the longer listed range at 515 km (320 miles), versus 465 km (289 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive or the 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh?

2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh has the larger listed battery at 100.0 kWh, compared with 68.7 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive or the 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh?

2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh has more listed cargo space at 658 litres (23.2 cu ft), versus 520 litres (18.4 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive or the 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh?

2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,000 kg (4,409 lb), compared with 1,200 kg (2,646 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive or the 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh?

2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh is heavier at 2,379 kg (5,245 lb), while 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive is listed at 2,060 kg (4,542 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive or the 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh?

2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $58,675 USD, compared with $73,000 USD for 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive or the 2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh?

2026 NIO EL7 100 kWh leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.