BMW X7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

How does the BMW X7 stack up against the Mercedes-Benz GLA? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

BMW X7BMW X7
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Mercedes-Benz GLAMercedes-Benz GLA
SpecBMW X7Mercedes-Benz GLA
Horsepower (max)375 hp354 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)5.8 s5.1 s
Top speed210 km/h250 km/h
Variants16
Body styleFull-size SUVCompact SUV, electric + ICE
GenerationG07MMA Electric / H247 ICE
Production2019 – present2020 – present
Length5,172 mm4,410 mm
Width2,000 mm1,834 mm
Height1,835 mm1,611 mm
Wheelbase3,105 mm2,729 mm

BMW X7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA: common questions

Is the BMW X7 or Mercedes-Benz GLA faster?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 4.9s versus the BMW X7's 5.5s (0-100 km/h in 5.1s vs 5.8s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW X7 or the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The BMW X7 makes more power: 375 hp (280 kW) versus 354 hp (264 kW) for the Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Is the BMW X7 or Mercedes-Benz GLA faster on top speed?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA has the higher top speed at 155 mph (250 km/h), versus 130 mph (210 km/h) for the BMW X7.
What is the main difference between the BMW X7 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The BMW X7 is a full-size suv, while the Mercedes-Benz GLA is a compact suv, electric + ice. That difference in body style drives most of the others.