BMW X7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS

How does the BMW X7 stack up against the Mercedes-Benz GLS? 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 GLSMercedes-Benz GLS
SpecBMW X7Mercedes-Benz GLS
Horsepower (max)375 hp603 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)5.8 s4.1 s
Top speed210 km/h280 km/h
Variants14
Body styleFull-size SUVFull-size 7-seat SUV
GenerationG07X167
Production2019 – present2020 – present
Length5,172 mm5,210 mm
Width2,000 mm1,956 mm
Height1,835 mm1,823 mm
Wheelbase3,105 mm3,135 mm

BMW X7 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS: common questions

Is the BMW X7 or Mercedes-Benz GLS faster?
The Mercedes-Benz GLS is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.9s versus the BMW X7's 5.5s (0-100 km/h in 4.1s vs 5.8s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW X7 or the Mercedes-Benz GLS?
The Mercedes-Benz GLS makes more power: 603 hp (450 kW) versus 375 hp (280 kW) for the BMW X7.
Is the BMW X7 or Mercedes-Benz GLS faster on top speed?
The Mercedes-Benz GLS has the higher top speed at 174 mph (280 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 GLS?
The BMW X7 is a full-size suv, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is a full-size 7-seat suv. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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