Comparison - BMW Alpina XB7 2021 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC 2020

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BMW Alpina XB7 2021

General

Other Names:

Also called:

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Also called:

GL-Class

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Make: 
BMW
Mercedes-Benz
Model: 
Alpina XB7
GLS-Class
Average Price: 
$
141,300
Updated: 
26 Nov 2020
$
97,800
Updated: 
18 Apr 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2020
Total Seating: 
7
7
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
21.90gals
23.80gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
ALPINE WHITE
#ECECEC
AMETRIN METALLIC
#563036
TANZANITE BLUE
#344071
ARCTIC GREY METALLIC
#282C30
PHYTONIC BLUE METALLIC
#1E324C
MINERAL WHITE METALLIC
#949390
BLACK SAPPHIRE METALLIC
#161616
(Ind) Dravit Grey Metallic
#606465
ALPINE BLUE METALLIC
#2B2F55
Color: 
Iridium Silver Metallic
#B6B5B8
Obsidian Black Metallic
#424242
Selenite Grey Metallic
#868A8D
Designo Cardinal Red Metallic
#AD2E2E
Emerald Green Metallic
#2E3535
Mojave Silver Metallic
#B0ABAA
Lunar Blue Metallic
#3B4059
Black
#1B1B1B
Designo Diamond White Metallic
#D7DAC7
Brilliant Blue Metallic
#12198F
Polar White
#F9F9F9

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Based on the BMW X7 SUV,Turbocharged V8 makes 612 horsepower.Retuned suspension.

PROS
Thundering acceleration
Impressive array of advanced driver aids
Exclusivity of the Alpina badge

CONS
Not enough differentiation from the BMW X7
Interior is cluttered with buttons
Ride quality can suffer on less than perfect roads

By: 
edmunds.com

The Alpina XB7 is as fast as it is luxurious and as practical as it is well equipped. The trouble is the same is true of the closely related BMW X7 M50i, which is significantly cheaper.

PROS
Hugely fast
Very spacious and practical
Outstanding infotainment system

CONS
Too similar to an X7 M50i
Much more expensive than the M50i
A lot of road noise

By: 
whatcar.com

PROS
Big, refined power;
understated design;
Decent ride comfort,
even on big wheels.

CONS
Awfully big and thirsty,
unsettling stability-control interventions,
priced for exclusivity.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class is a three-row crossover SUV that redefines luxurious family transport.

Pros
Sublime demeanor
Posh interior
Strong turbocharged engines
Impressive dynamics
AMG, Maybach editions sure to come

Cons
Hefty price
Hefty curb weight
Hefty fuel consumption
Occasional cheap touch

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Sitting atop the Mercedes-Benz SUV hierarchy is the spacious and indisputably luxurious GLS-Class. It's all new for 2020 and it has big shoes to fill—we've named the outgoing GLS-Class to our 10Best Trucks and SUVs list for three straight years—but our first impressions of this new big Benz are very good.

Pros
Tech-rich cabin, spacious in all three rows, refined powertrains.

Cons
Anonymous styling, fussy infotainment system, heavily optioned models carry high price tags

By: 
caranddriver.com

New styling in line with other Mercedes SUVs.Powerful mild hybrid powertrains.Standard adjustable air suspension.All-new third GLS generation launched for 2020.

Pros
MBUX infotainment is outstanding
Tops in comfort and easily seats adults in all three rows
Flexible cargo capacity
Responsive powertrains feel like driving a smaller SUV

Cons
Not as off-road-worthy as some rugged competitors
Somewhat vague steering with large wheels and thin tires
MBUX has a steep learning curve

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
15.00mpg
16.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
21.00mpg
21.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
32
Cylinders: 
8
V
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
4.40L
4.00L
Torque: 
590ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
516ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
Horsepower: 
612hp
at 5 500rpm
483hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
42.80Feet
39.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
yes
Side view Camera: 
yes
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
SWITCH-TRONIC sport leather steering wheel with Multi-function
Drive Performance Control incl. COMFORT+, COMFORT, SPORT, SPORT+ and ADAPTIVE Mode
Driving Assistant Professional
Adaptive Cruise Control
Automatic Parking Assist
Keyless Ignition
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Dual Zone Climate Controls - Driver And Passenger
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Automatic Parking Assist

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
203.30in
205.20in
Width: 
78.70in
79.90in
Height: 
70.70in
71.80in
Ground Clearance: 
8.40in
7.90in
Front Track: 
66.20in
65.70in
Rear Track: 
67.00in
67.20in
Wheel Base: 
122.20in
123.40in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
41.90
39.40
Rear Head Room: 
39.90
40.20
Front Leg Room: 
39.80in
40.30in
Rear leg room: 
37.60in
41.90in
Front Hip Room: 
60.80in
Front Shoulder Room: 
60.00in
59.30in
Rear Hip Room: 
60.00in
Rear Shoulder room: 
58.10in
58.50in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
90.40cu.ft
84.70cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7500lbs
7700lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
17.40cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
5860.00lbs
5699.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes
More Instruments: 
Alarm system
Full-color Head-up Display

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Sunblinds for rear side windows, electric
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Hands-Free Entry
Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
16 -Way Power Passenger Seat
16 -Way Power Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Massaging
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Premium Leather
Sport Front Seats
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
10 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
10 -Way Power Driver Seat
Leather
Massaging
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Reclining Rear Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Folding Center Armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
ALPINA Sport Suspension incl. Executive Drive Pro, Integral Active Steering and ALPINA Sport+ Mode
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Air conditioning, automatic with four-zone control
Front air inlets trims and Air Breather in Chrome
Glass application 'CraftedClarity' for interior elements in ALPINA Design
Instrument panel, leather
Heated & Cooled Cupholders
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Four Zone Climate Control
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
16 speakers
Head-up Display
Headlining, Alcantara Anthracite
Loudspeaker system - harman/kardon surround sound
HD Radio™ with "multicast" FM station reception
12 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
464 Watts Stereo Output
USB Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)
590 Watts Stereo Output
Burmester Premium Brand Speakers
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
2 Subwoofer(S)
6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
USB Connection
13 Total Speakers
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Door sill finishers ALPINA, illuminated
Exhaust system ALPINA, stainless steel, with double-ended tailpipes
Exterior mirrors – folding, with anti-dazzle
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
21 X 9.5 In.
21 X 11.0 In.
Wheels more: 
Run Flat Tires
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary Spare Tire
All Season Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
285.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Width: 
315.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R21

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Ventilated Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
First aid kit and warning triangle
Hill Descent Control (HDC)
3-point safety belts and head restraints at all seating positions
Front safety belts with automatic pretensioners
Central locking system on driver and front passenger doors (leaves fuel filler door unlocked)
Frontal Collision Warning
Active Blind Spot Detection
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Active Lane Keeping Assistant with side collision avoidance
Automatic Lane Change
Evasion Assistant & Cross-traffic alert front and rear
LED Headlamp
Adaptive Headlights
Brake Drying
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Self-Leveling Headlights
4-Wheel ABS
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Turn Signal Mirrors
Cornering Lights
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Brake Drying
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Adaptive Headlights

Options

Packages: 
E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL Package
Warmth And Comfort Package
Air Balance Package
Night Package
Executive Rear Seat Package
Executive Rear Seat Package PLUS
Acoustic Comfort Package
ENERGIZING Package PLUS
Off-Road Package
Driver Assistance Package PLUS
Exterior Options: 
Shadowline Exterior Trim
21" ALPINA DYNAMIC Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires And Top Speed Limiter
23" ALPINA CLASSIC Wheels W/Performance Non-Run-Flat Tires
Panoramic Sky Lounge LED Roof
Space-Saver Spare
Badge Deletion
Trailer Hitch
Trailer Hitch (Class IV)
Silver Wheel Locks
Illuminated Star
22” AMG Multi-Spoke Wheels W/Black Accents
MAGIC VISION CONTROL
Panorama Sunroof
Roof Spoiler
22” AMG Multi-Spoke Wheels
Black Side Cladding
23” AMG Twin 5-Spoke Wheels W/Black Accents
Chrome Door Handle Inserts
21” AMG 5-Spoke Wheels W/Black Accents
Interior Options: 
Alcantara Headliner In Upholstery Color
Rear-Seat Entertainment Professional
5-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System
Second Row Captain's Chairs
Heated 2nd-Row Seats
Head-Up Display
MBUX Interior Assistant
Power 2nd-Row Side-Window Sunshades
Wood/Leather Steering Wheel
Speed Limit Assist
Heated And Cooled 2nd-Row Cupholder
Black DINAMICA Headliner
Load Sill Protector
Burmester High-End 3D Surround Sound System
Topstitched MB-Tex Lower Dash And Upper Door Trim
6-Seat Cabin Configuration
Heated 3rd-Row Seats
Topstitched Nappa Leather Upper Dash And Door Trim
Heated Steering Wheel
Heated And Cooled Front Cupholders
MBUX Augmented Video For Navigation
Exclusive Trim Package

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Tartufo Extended Merino, Premium leather
#9D7866
Ivory White Full Merino, Premium leather
#F1F2ED
Coffee Full Merino, Premium leather
#675C56
Ivory White/Night Blue Full Merino, Premium leather
#F1F2ED
Coffee Extended Merino, Premium leather
#675C56
Ivory White Extended Merino, Premium leather
#F1F2ED
Black Extended Merino, Premium leather
#000000
Black Full Merino, Premium leather
#000000
Tartufo Full Merino, Premium leather
#967957
Color: 
Black, leather
#12151D
Espresso Brown/Magma Grey, leather
#40352E
Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leather
#ACA4A0
Black Tartufo, leather
#6D6463
Black/Magma Grey Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
#4D5159
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