BMW X7 2018 vs Mercedes G class 2012
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 400 HP | 211 HP | |
| Torque: | 760 NM | 540 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds | |
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BMW X7 is more dynamic to drive. BMW X7 engine produces 189 HP more power than Mercedes G class, whereas torque is 220 NM more than Mercedes G class. Thanks to more power BMW X7 reaches 100 km/h speed 3.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.4 | 11.2 | |
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The BMW X7 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW X7 consumes 3.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes G class, which means that by driving the BMW X7 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 570 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 96 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1080 km in combined cycle | 850 km in combined cycle | |
| BMW X7 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 221 mm (8.7 inches) | 205 mm (8.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW X7 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 21 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X6 | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes G class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes G klase 2012 3.0 engine: A reliable yet dynamic engine. Frequent oil leaks, engine crankcase ventilation problems. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.15 m | 4.67 m | |
| Width: | 2.00 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.81 m | 1.95 m | |
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BMW X7 is larger, but lower. BMW X7 is 48 cm longer than the Mercedes G class, 24 cm wider, while the height of BMW X7 is 15 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 326 litres | 480 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
2120 litres | 2250 litres | |
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Mercedes G class has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, BMW X7 has 154 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes G class. This could mean that the BMW X7 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes G class (by 130 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 13 meters | 13.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW X7 is 0.6 metres less than that of the Mercedes G class, which means BMW X7 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 3`290 | 3`200 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 75 800 | 115 000 | |
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