BMW iX vs Li Auto Mega
Head-to-head specifications
| Metric | BMW iX | Li Auto Mega | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max power (hp) | 523 | 544 | -3.9% |
| Max torque (Nm) | 765 | 542 | +41.1% |
| Energy use (kWh/100km) | 19.8 | 15.9 | +24.5% |
| NCAP safety | 5★ (Euro NCAP) | 5★ (C-NCAP) | — |
| Fuel type | Electric | Electric | — |
| Transmission | Automatic | Single-speed | — |
| Price (USD est.) | $105,840 | $78,372 | +35.0% |
- Li Auto Mega makes about 4% more power (544 vs 523 hp).
- Li Auto Mega is the more efficient EV, using 15.9 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 Mega?
BMW iX advantages
- Pulling torque (+29%)
Li Auto Mega advantages
- Energy efficiency (+20%)
- Affordability (+26%)
Which should you choose?
- Choose the BMW iX if you tow, carry loads or drive hilly roads.
- Choose the Li Auto Mega if you want the lowest charging costs per km.
Value for money
Li Auto Mega delivers more horsepower per dollar, making it the better value of the two at their listed prices.
BMW iX vs Li Auto Mega: 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 Mega (2024 Max MPV) — electric mpv with 544 hp and 542 Nm, rated at 15.9 kWh/100km, 5-star C-NCAP safety; priced near $78,372 in the China market.
BMW iX vs Li Auto Mega: Li Auto Mega is more powerful. Li Auto Mega makes about 4% more power (544 vs 523 hp). Li Auto Mega is the more efficient EV, using 15.9 kWh/100km against 19.8.
Performance
The Li Auto Mega is the more powerful, at 544 hp against 523 hp, with 542 Nm of torque on tap. Its electric drivetrain pairs with a single-speed transmission.
Running costs
The Li Auto Mega is the more efficient EV, drawing 15.9 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 Mega 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 Mega lists lower at about $78,372 (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 Mega?
Li Auto Mega takes the overall edge, though BMW iX wins in specific areas worth weighing. Li Auto Mega makes about 4% more power (544 vs 523 hp).
What is the main difference between the BMW iX and the Li Auto Mega?
Li Auto Mega makes about 4% more power (544 vs 523 hp). Li Auto Mega is the more efficient EV, using 15.9 kWh/100km against 19.8.
Which is better value?
Li Auto Mega 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 Mega if you want the lowest charging costs per km.
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.