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BMW i7 vs Lotus Eletre
Selected trim50 xDriveChange trim452 mi · Not available · £104,230
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW i7 stays competitive across the board, while the Lotus Eletre leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Lotus Eletre if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Lotus Eletre wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Value
BMW
4.2
Lotus
4.4
Too close to call
Motorway RangeLotus
BMW
4.6
Lotus
6.7
FamilyLotus
BMW
3.6
Lotus
5
ChargingLotus
BMW
4.3
Lotus
9.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Lotus Eletre
600
- £17,345 cheaper
- 111 litres more boot space
- 117 kW faster rapid charging
- 115 kW more power
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BMW i750 xDrive | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £104,230 | £86,885 (better) |
| Official range | 452 miles (better) | 373 miles |
| Boot space | 500 L | 611 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 34 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 4.7 sec | 4.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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BMW i7
Lotus Eletre
Length
BMW i75,391mm
Lotus Eletre5,103mm-288mm
Width
BMW i71,950mm-69mm
Lotus Eletre2,019mm
Height
BMW i71,544mm-86mm
Lotus Eletre1,630mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW i750 xDrive | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,391 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,950 mm (better) | 2,019 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,192 mm (better) | 2,231 mm |
| Height | 1,544 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Turning circle | 13.1 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 450 mm spare (better) | 381 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW i750 xDrive | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 500 L | 611 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1532 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BMW i7
- At 5,391 mm, longer than 100% of saloon EVs we track.
- 452 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of saloon EVs we track.
- 3,215 mm wheelbase, longer than 100% of saloon EVs we track.
Lotus Eletre
- At 5,103 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- 373 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 367 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW i7 50 xDrive |  Lotus Eletre 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.39m | 5.10m-288mm |
| Width | 1.95m | 2.02m+69mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | 2.23m+39mm |
| Height | 1.54m | 1.63m+86mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.21m | 3.02m-196mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 500L | 611L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1532L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 13.1m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,715kg | 2,640kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | Not available | 112kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 452 mi (better) | 373 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 250kW | 367kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £104,230 | £86,885 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2023+ |
* BMW i7: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
* Lotus Eletre: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BMW i750 xDrive | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 452 miles (better) | 373 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 362 miles (better) | 311 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 34 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 250 kW | 367 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | Not available | 109 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BMW i750 xDrive | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.7 sec | 4.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 335 kW | 450 kW (better) |
| Torque | Not available | 710 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
BMW i7
50 xDrive
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Lotus Eletre
600
8.3/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | BMW i750 xDrive | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £114,500 | £62,599 |
| Average used price | £118,000 | £62,799 |
| Saving vs RRP | At or above new price | £24,086 below new |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BMW i7 50 xDrive
BMW i7 50 xDrive
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Lotus Eletre 600
Lotus Eletre 600
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BMW i750 xDrive | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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BMW i7
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Lotus Eletre
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BMW i7
No active listings.
Lotus Eletre
- £62,5992024Car360View
- £62,9992024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW i7 worth the extra £17,345 over the Lotus Eletre?
The BMW i7 costs £17,345 more than the Lotus Eletre. For that premium it adds 79 miles more WLTP range. The Lotus Eletre is not just cheaper - it also offers 117 kW faster peak rapid charging, 111 litres more boot space and 115 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Lotus Eletre comes out ahead overall.
What are the BMW i7 and Lotus Eletre like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 362 miles for the BMW i7 and 311 miles for the Lotus Eletre - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BMW i7 goes roughly 51 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW i7 or the Lotus Eletre?
The BMW i7 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 69 mm narrower than the Lotus Eletre. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 450 mm of total clearance for the BMW i7 and about 381 mm of total clearance for the Lotus Eletre.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .