BMW X7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS [2020-2024]

CarWale brings you comparison of BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS [2020-2024]. The BMW X7 price is Rs. 1.30 Crore and Mercedes-Benz GLS [2020-2024] price is Rs. 1.21 Crore. The BMW X7 is available in 2998 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLS [2020-2024] is available in 2999 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. X7 provides the mileage of 11.29 kmpl and GLS [2020-2024] provides the mileage of 10.1 kmpl.

X7 vs GLS [2020-2024] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	X7	GLS [2020-2024]
Price	Rs. 1.30 Crore	Rs. 1.21 Crore
Engine Capacity	2998 cc	2999 cc
Power	375 bhp	362 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic (TC)
Fuel Type	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)	Petrol

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BMW X7

xDrive40i M Sport

Rs. 1.30 Crore

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Mercedes-Benz GLS [2020-2024]

450 4MATIC

Rs. 1.21 Crore

Last Recorded Price

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BMW X7

xDrive40i M Sport

Mercedes-Benz GLS [2020-2024]

450 4MATIC

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)		246
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	5.8	6.2
Engine	2998 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type		M256 Turbocharged I6 with Integrated Starter-Alternator
Fuel Type	Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol)	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	375 bhp @ 5200-6250 rpm	362 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	520 Nm @ 1850-5000 rpm	500 Nm @ 1600 rpm
Max Motor Performance	12 bhp, 200 Nm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	11.29View Mileage Details	10.1View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	937	909
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS 6
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Electric Motor	1 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At Integrated with Transmission
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Regenerative Braking, Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Double-wishbone Axle in Aluminium Construction, Air Suspension with Automatic Self-levelling	Independent, Double Wishbone, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping
Rear Suspension	Five-link Axle in Lightweight Steel Construction, Air Suspension with Automatic Self-levelling	Independent, Multi-link, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)		6
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Space Saver
Front Tyres	285 / 45 R21	275 / 45 R21
Rear Tyres	285 / 45 R21	315 / 40 R21

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Puncture Repair Kit
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
Blind Spot Detection
Airbags	8 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Front Passenger Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	9 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

Electronic Parking Brake	Yes with Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Five Zone)	Yes (Automatic Five Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Pillars, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest and on Roof, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Third Row AC Zone	Separate Zone, Vents on Roof , Common Fan Speed Controls	Vents on Roof , Fan Speed Controls
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - Internal & Driver Door	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	360 Degree Camera	360 Degree Camera
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cruise Control	Adaptive
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Electric Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets		2

Mobile App Features

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	22 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, seat base angle up / down, headrest forward / back, shoulder support forward / back, backrest bolsters in / out, seat base bolsters in / out, shoulder support bolsters in / out)	14 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, extended thigh support forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	22 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, seat base angle up / down, headrest forward / back, shoulder support forward / back, backrest bolsters in / out, seat base bolsters in / out, shoulder support bolsters in / out)	14 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, extended thigh support forward / back)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	4 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	6 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Third Row Seat Adjustment		2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Artificial Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Captain Seats	Bench
Third Row Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Ventilated Seats	Front only	Front only
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled	Heated and cooled
Interiors	Dual Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Tartufo with Fine-wood Black trim with High-gloss Metal Effect, Black with Fine-wood Black trim with High-gloss Metal Effect, Ivory White with Fine-wood Black trim with High-gloss Metal Effect	Macchiato Beige / Black, Espresso Brown / Black, Anthracite / Black
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat		40:20:40 split
Split Third Row Seat	50:50 split	50:50 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front, Second & Third	Front, Second & Third

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Dual Tone
Scuff Plates	Metallic	Metallic
Soft-close Door
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Silver	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds	Rear - Electric	Rear - Electric
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal with Remote

Exterior

Lighting

Ambient Interior Count	15
Headlights	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Active	Intelligent
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED	LED on front, LED on rear
Ambient Interior Lighting	Multi-colour	Multi-colour
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer	Digital	Digital

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display	LCD Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	14.9
Gesture Control
Display Screen for Rear Passengers	Optional
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	16	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	BMW Individual Tanzanite Blue Metallic	Obsidian Black
	Carbon Black Metallic	Cavansite Blue
	Dravit Grey Metallic	Selenite Grey
	Mineral White Metallic	Mojave Silver
		Hyacinth Red
		Polar White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.9/5

9 Ratings

4.7/5

14 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.8Exterior	4.3Exterior
	4.9Comfort	4.3Comfort
	5.0Performance	4.4Performance
	4.4Fuel Economy	3.6Fuel Economy
	4.9Value for Money	4.0Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

The Beast X7

The staff at BMW was really very welcoming drive quality is fantastic the engine makes you feel the punch looks are fantastic as its rood presence is mind-blowing i have not serviced it yet PROS:- it has a lot of space in it, speakers are good, etc CONS:- bench seat option should be available

Mercedes-Benz GLS review

It gets good fuel economy figures for its size and its available with several strong powertrain the gls high quality cabin has ample space for adults to stretch out (even in th third row).

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X7 vs GLS [2020-2024] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS [2020-2024]?

BMW X7 price is Rs. 1.30 Crore and Mercedes-Benz GLS [2020-2024] price is Rs. 1.21 Crore. Hence Mercedes-Benz GLS [2020-2024] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: Which car between X7 and GLS [2020-2024] is better in terms of fuel economy?

For the xDrive40i M Sport variant, mileage of X7 is 11.29kmpl and for the 450 4MATIC variant, mileage of GLS [2020-2024] is 10.1kmpl. Thus making X7 the most fuel efficient as compared to GLS [2020-2024]

Q: How is the performance of X7 compared to GLS [2020-2024]?

For the xDrive40i M Sport variant, 2998 cc Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol) engine of X7 produces 375 bhp @ 5200-6250 rpm of power and 520 Nm @ 1850-5000 rpm of torque. For the 450 4MATIC variant, 2999 cc Petrol engine of GLS [2020-2024] produces 362 bhp @ 5500 rpm of power and 500 Nm @ 1600 rpm of torque.

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BMW X7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS [2020-2024]

Length (mm)	5181	5207
Width (mm)	2000	2157
Height (mm)	1835	1823
Wheelbase (mm)	3105	3135
Ground Clearance (mm)		200
Kerb Weight (kg)		2460

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	6	7
No of Rows (Rows)	3	3
Bootspace (litres)		493
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	83	90

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive	Torque-On-Demand	Torque-On-Demand
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Ride Height Adjustment
Hill Descent Control
Differential Lock	Electronic

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Remote	Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Cup Holders	Front, Second & Third	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Sunglass Holder
Third Row Cup Holders

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic Sunroof	Panoramic Sunroof
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Body Kit		Cladding - Body Coloured
Rub-strips		Black

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	40000	Unlimited