BMW iX vs Li Auto M8
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | BMW iX | Li Auto M8 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max power (hp) | 523 | 612 | -14.5% |
| Max torque (Nm) | 765 | 720 | +6.3% |
| Energy use (kWh/100km) | 19.8 | 15.5 | +27.7% |
| NCAP safety | 5★ (Euro NCAP) | 5★ (C-NCAP) | — |
| Fuel type | Electric | Electric | — |
| Transmission | Automatic | Single-speed | — |
| Price (USD est.) | $105,840 | $51,772 | +104.4% |
- Li Auto M8 makes about 15% more power (612 vs 523 hp).
- Li Auto M8 is the more efficient EV, using 15.5 kWh/100km against 19.8.
- Prices are converted to USD from their home markets (Germany and China); taxes and availability differ by country.
Verdict: iX or M8?
BMW iX advantages
- Pulling torque (+6%)
Li Auto M8 advantages
- Engine power (+15%)
- Energy efficiency (+22%)
- Affordability (+51%)
Which should you choose?
- Choose the BMW iX if you tow, carry loads or drive hilly roads.
- Choose the Li Auto M8 if you want stronger performance and overtaking confidence.
Value for money
Li Auto M8 delivers more horsepower per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
BMW iX vs Li Auto M8: which should you choose?
BMW iX (2022 xDrive50) — electric suv with 523 hp and 765 Nm, rated at 19.8 kWh/100km, 5-star Euro NCAP safety; priced near $105,840 in the Germany market.
Li Auto M8 (2026 BEV Luxury MPV/SUV) — electric suv with 612 hp and 720 Nm, rated at 15.5 kWh/100km, 5-star C-NCAP safety; priced near $51,772 in the China market.
BMW iX vs Li Auto M8: Li Auto M8 is more powerful. Li Auto M8 makes about 15% more power (612 vs 523 hp). Li Auto M8 is the more efficient EV, using 15.5 kWh/100km against 19.8.
Performance
The Li Auto M8 is the more powerful, at 612 hp against 523 hp, with 720 Nm of torque on tap. Its electric drivetrain pairs with a single-speed transmission.
Running costs
The Li Auto M8 is the more efficient EV, drawing 15.5 kWh/100km against 19.8 — lower charging costs and, on the same battery, more range.
Safety
BMW iX is rated 5 stars by Euro NCAP and Li Auto M8 5 stars by C-NCAP. Different NCAP programmes use different protocols, so same-programme comparisons are the most reliable.
Price and value
The Li Auto M8 lists lower at about $51,772 (USD-converted from the China market). Factor in insurance, fuel or charging, taxes and resale — not just the sticker price.
The verdict
Both are credible choices in the car comparison space; the specification table above lays out every metric so you can weigh the trade-offs that matter to you. Pick the one whose strengths line up with how you will actually use it.
Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW iX better than the Li Auto M8?
Li Auto M8 takes the overall edge, though BMW iX wins in specific areas worth weighing. Li Auto M8 makes about 15% more power (612 vs 523 hp).
What is the main difference between the BMW iX and the Li Auto M8?
Li Auto M8 makes about 15% more power (612 vs 523 hp). Li Auto M8 is the more efficient EV, using 15.5 kWh/100km against 19.8.
Which is better value?
Li Auto M8 delivers more horsepower per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
Which should I choose?
Choose the BMW iX if you tow, carry loads or drive hilly roads. Choose the Li Auto M8 if you want stronger performance and overtaking confidence.
Methodology
Cars are compared on manufacturer-rated maximum power and torque, certified fuel economy (km/L, converted from each market's test cycle: EPA, WLTP, CLTC, JC08/WLTC, ARAI) or EV energy use (kWh/100km), official NCAP crash-test ratings from the model's home-market programme, and list prices converted to USD at recent exchange rates. Each model shows its newest listed year and its highest-priority market trim. Test cycles differ between regions, so cross-market economy figures are directional rather than exact; prices exclude local taxes and incentives.