Mercedes G class 2008 vs BMW X7 2018
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 3.0 - 5.5 | 3.0 - 4.4 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 211 - 612 HP | 249 - 530 HP | |
| Torque: | 530 - 1000 NM | 450 - 760 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.3 - 9.1 seconds | 4.7 - 7 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.2 - 17.0 | 6.6 - 12.8 | |
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Mercedes G class petrol engines consumes on average 4.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW X7. On average, Mercedes G class equipped with diesel engines consume 4.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW X7. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 205 mm (8.1 inches) | 221 mm (8.7 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.67 m | 5.15 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 2.00 m | |
| Height: | 1.95 m | 1.81 m | |
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Mercedes G class is smaller, but higher. Mercedes G class is 48 cm shorter than the BMW X7, 19 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes G class is 15 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 326 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
2250 litres | 2120 litres | |
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Mercedes G class has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, The BMW X7 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes G class (by 130 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 13.6 meters | 13 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes G class is 0.6 metres more than that of the BMW X7, which means Mercedes G class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 3`200 kg | ~ 3`252 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 2`482 kg | ~ 2`428 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 718 kg | ~ 824 kg | |
| Mercedes G class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 15 procentiem less than BMW X7. Therefore, BMW X7 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
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| Average price (€): | 114 800 | 63 200 | |
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