Mercedes G class 2012 vs BMW X7 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 211 HP | 340 HP | |
| Torque: | 540 NM | 700 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds | |
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BMW X7 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes G class engine produces 129 HP less power than BMW X7, whereas torque is 160 NM less than BMW X7. Due to the lower power, Mercedes G class reaches 100 km/h speed 3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.2 | 6.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 14.0 l/100km | 8.7 l/100km | |
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The BMW X7 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes G class consumes 4.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW X7, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes G class could require 690 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes G class consumes 5.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW X7. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 96 litres | 80 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 850 km in combined cycle | 1210 km in combined cycle | |
| 970 km on highway | 1350 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 910 km with real consumption | ||
| 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: | 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 21 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X6, BMW 6 sērija | |
| 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: | 4.67 m | 5.15 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 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, 24 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. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 3`200 kg | 3`295 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`515 kg | 2`470 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 685 kg | 825 kg | |
| Mercedes G class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 20 procentiem less than BMW X7. Therefore, BMW X7 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 114 800 | 63 200 | |
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