BMW 840d xDrive vs BMW i7 xDrive40

BMW 840d xDrive

Coupe · Diesel · AWD

BMW i7 xDrive40

Sedan · Electric · AWD

Car A

BMW 840d xDrive

The BMW 840d xDrive is a luxury AWD diesel coupe that blends strong torque and efficient cruising for confident long-distance driving. It adds 4-seat practicality and a 420-liter trunk, but sits at a premium price point.

4 seatsCoupeDiesel5-star safetyAWD

Car B

BMW i7 xDrive40

The BMW i7 xDrive40 is an AWD electric limousine with up to 590 km range, making it well-suited to road trips and premium comfort. It is quick and spacious, but priced like a flagship and lacks SUV-style cargo flexibility.

5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safety356 hpAWDElectric

Why compared different body typedifferent powertrainsame branddifferent segment

Usage fit

Family 37 / 44

City 21 / 18

Budget / value 20 / 4

Road trip 59 / 77

Performance 46 / 32

Cargo 20 / 28

Practical 22 / 14

Premium 70 / 77

Winter 70 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW 840d xDrive · Orange = BMW i7 xDrive40

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW 840d xDrive BMW i7 xDrive40

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Pros & cons

BMW 840d xDrive

Strong, effortless performance from 320 hp and 680 Nm with 0–100 km/h in 5.2 s
AWD traction for confident driving in varied weather
Efficient for its class at 6 L/100 km, ideal for road trips
Practical for a coupe with four seats and a 420-liter trunk
High purchase price at 98,000 places it in the premium tier
Coupe layout is less convenient for families and rear-seat access
Diesel powertrain may not suit buyers preferring petrol or hybrid
420-liter cargo space won’t satisfy cargo-heavy use

BMW i7 xDrive40

Up to 590 km range from a 105.2 kWh battery supports long road trips.
AWD adds confident traction for varied weather and routes.
4.7 s 0-100 km/h and 356 hp deliver swift acceleration.
Spacious 5-seat cabin and 500 L trunk suit family travel.
Flagship-level price (119,900) will deter budget-focused buyers.
Sedan trunk lacks the cargo flexibility of SUVs and wagons.
Five seats only; no 7-seat option for larger families.
Top speed capped at 200 km/h may not satisfy those seeking very high-speed capability.

Verdict

Pick BMW 840d xDrive if…

Lower entry price

BMW 840d xDrive starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick BMW i7 xDrive40 if…

More power

BMW i7 xDrive40 puts out 356 hp vs 320 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW 840d xDrive

BMW i7 xDrive40

Verdict

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