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BMW i7 vs Lotus Emeya
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 Emeya leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Lotus Emeya if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.3p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Lotus Emeya wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueLotus
BMW
4.2
Lotus
5
Motorway RangeLotus
BMW
4.6
Lotus
6.3
FamilyLotus
BMW
3.6
Lotus
4.1
ChargingLotus
BMW
4.3
Lotus
9.2
Cost Per MileLotus
BMW
0
Lotus
3.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BMW i750 xDrive | Lotus Emeya600 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £104,230 | £84,990 (better) |
| Official range | 452 miles (better) | 379 miles |
| Boot space | 500 L | 509 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 34 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 4.7 sec | 4.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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BMW i7
Lotus Emeya
Length
BMW i75,391mm
Lotus Emeya5,139mm-252mm
Width
BMW i71,950mm-55mm
Lotus Emeya2,005mm
Height
BMW i71,544mm
Lotus Emeya1,459mm-85mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW i750 xDrive | Lotus Emeya600 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,391 mm | 5,139 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,950 mm (better) | 2,005 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,192 mm (better) | 2,241 mm |
| Height | 1,544 mm | 1,459 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) | 395 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW i750 xDrive | Lotus Emeya600 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 500 L | 509 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1388 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 Emeya
- At 5,139 mm, longer than 95% of saloon EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 403 kW, faster than 100% of saloon EVs in our catalogue.
- Boot space of 509 L is bigger than 80% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW i7 50 xDrive |  Lotus Emeya 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.39m | 5.14m-252mm |
| Width | 1.95m | 2.00m+55mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | 2.24m+49mm |
| Height | 1.54m | 1.46m-85mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.21m | 3.07m-146mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 500L | 509L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1388L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 13.1m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,715kg | 2,555kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | Not available | 102kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 452 mi (better) | 379 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 250kW | 403kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £104,230 | £84,990 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* 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 Emeya: 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 Emeya600 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 452 miles (better) | 379 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 362 miles (better) | 316 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 34 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 250 kW | 403 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | Not available | 98.9 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 Emeya600 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.7 sec | 4.2 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 Emeya
600
8.2/10
average across 5 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Parkers4.1/5
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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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 Emeya 600
Lotus Emeya 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 Emeya600 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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BMW i7
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Lotus Emeya
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Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW i7 worth the extra £19,240 over the Lotus Emeya?
The BMW i7 costs £19,240 more than the Lotus Emeya. For that premium it adds 73 miles more WLTP range. The Lotus Emeya is not just cheaper - it also offers 153 kW faster peak rapid charging and 115 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Lotus Emeya comes out ahead overall.
What are the BMW i7 and Lotus Emeya like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 362 miles for the BMW i7 and 316 miles for the Lotus Emeya - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BMW i7 goes roughly 46 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW i7 or the Lotus Emeya?
The BMW i7 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 55 mm narrower than the Lotus Emeya. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 450 mm of total clearance for the BMW i7 and about 395 mm of total clearance for the Lotus Emeya.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .