Comparison - BMW X5 M 2017 - vs - Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML63 AMG 2015

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Model: 
Average Price: 
108,861
Updated: 
29 Nov 2016
51,203
Updated: 
01 Dec 2016
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2017
2015
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
7-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
22.40gals
24.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Alpine White
#FFFFFF
Azurite Black Metallic
#000D31
Black Sapphire Metallic
#000000
Carbon Black Metallic
#171C24
Mineral White Metallic
#EAEAEA
Melbourne Red Metallic
#920F0D
Long Beach Blue Metallic
#3F93B5
Donington Grey Metallic
#9E9D99
Silverstone Metallic
#A7B1BA
Color: 
Black
#020202
Cinnabar Red Metallic
#603F43
Dakota Brown Metallic
#544B47
Diamond Silver Metallic
#686F7B
Iridium Silver Metallic
#9D9D9D
Lunar Blue Metallic
#363452
Obsidian Black Metallic
#020202
Palladium Silver Metallic
#888888
Polar White
#B9B9BB
Steel Grey Metallic
#07070C
designo Diamond White Metallic
#D5D5D5

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2017 BMW X5 M returns with an updated iDrive system that includes touchscreen functionality. The Executive option package also now includes a Wi-Fi hot spot and wireless charging for compatible cellphones.

Pros
Astounding acceleration
Comprehensively equipped
Upscale interior with excellent fit and finish.

Cons
Touchy gas pedal
Ride may be too firm for some tastes
No third-row seat offered
IDrive still requires too many clicks to accomplish everyday tasks.

By: 
edmunds.com

Although the 2017 BMW X5 gets called a "sports-activity vehicle" or SAV by its maker, we know a luxury SUV when we see one. Going head to head against the Porsche Cayenne and Mercedes-Benz GLE, the 2017 X5 emphasizes the "sport" part of sport-utility vehicle. The resulting lineup of luxury SUV models includes a hybrid, a diesel, and even a fire-breathing M version, all of which are fun to drive. The X5 is big, but still midsize, so it's easy to manage through traffic and parking lots, while remaining roomy and comfortable at the same time. Note that the "utility" part doesn't extend as far off-road as you can go in a Land Rover or even a Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Pros
If you want a luxury-sports sedan, but need the room of an SUV, then the BMW X5 should definitely be on your short list. With its wide range of powertrain options and excellent handling, there's an X5 for just about anyone willing to spend $50,000 or more.

Cons
The X5's charms don't come cheap, and if you want a more luxurious ride -- that is, softer -- you might be better suited with a Lexus RX 350, Acura MDX or Audi Q7. If you need more room, check out the larger Mercedes-Benz GL or Infiniti QX80.

By: 
kbb.com

The BMW X5 M is now the undisputed king of high-performance SUVs – quicker than similar rivals such as the Porsche Cayenne Turbo, Range Rover Sport SVR and Mercedes GLE63.
The X5 M is a combination of sports car performance and luxury SUV practicality and capability. That may sound like a great recipe at first, but it’s never going to drive like a proper sports car.
The exterior styling of the X5 M isn’t in any way devastatingly attractive, although its brutal design is a match for its performance. If you absolutely have to have the fastest and most powerful luxury SUV, then the X5 M is a worthy alternative to the pricier Bentley Bentayga.

Pros
Fabulous engine
Superb handling
Tons of technology

Cons
Ageing styling
Small rear seats
Can get pricy with

By: 
carwow.co.uk

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
14.00mpg
13.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
19.00mpg
17.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
32
Cylinders: 
8
V
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
4.40L
5.50L
Torque: 
553ft-lbs
at 2 200rpm
516ft-lbs
at 1 750rpm
Horsepower: 
567hp
at 6 000rpm
518hp
at 5 250rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
42.00Feet
38.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
Transmission controls and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)*
Destination Download*
Roadside Assistance*
Concierge Service*
Hands-Free Calling*
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)
Roadside Assistance*
Destination Download*
Concierge Service*
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
192.70in
189.10in
Width: 
78.10in
84.30in
Height: 
67.60in
70.70in
Ground Clearance: 
8.10in
8.50in
Front Track: 
64.70in
Rear Track: 
65.20in
Wheel Base: 
115.50in
114.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.50
38.90
Rear Head Room: 
38.80
38.50
Front Leg Room: 
40.40in
40.30in
Rear leg room: 
36.60in
38.40in
Front Hip Room: 
59.30in
Front Shoulder Room: 
60.50in
58.50in
Rear Hip Room: 
59.20in
Rear Shoulder room: 
58.30in
58.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
76.70cu.ft
80.30cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1170lbs
7200lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
35.80cu.ft
38.20cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
27.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
25.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
5260.00lbs
4614.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Reverse tilt passenger mirror provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
4 one-touch power windows
4 one-touch power windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Multi-level heating passenger seat
14 -way power driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Leather
14 -way power passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Height adjustable passenger seat
Bucket front seats
Multi-level heating passenger seat
8 -way power driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Premium leather
8 -way power passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Height adjustable passenger seat
Sport front seats
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear ventilation ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear stabilizer bar
rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Turn signal in mirrors
Sun sensor
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Leather steering wheel
Leather and alloy steering wheel
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Dual zone climate controls - driver and passenger
Turn signal in mirrors
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
yes
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
yes
More Entertainment: 
USB connection
2 subwoofer(s)
16 total speakers
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
12 Months of provided satellite radio service
Adjustable speed sensitive volume control
600 watts stereo output
Diversity antenna
14 total speakers
Speed sensitive volume control
1 subwoofer(s)
6 Months of provided satellite radio service
Radio data system
USB connection
Memory card slot
Surround audio surround audio (discrete)
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
Satellite radio w/real time traffic satellite radio
830 watts stereo output
Harman/kardon premium brand speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Remote sunroof operation Body
Roof rack
Power glass (tilt only) rear sunroof
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Intermittent rear wiper
Power glass sunroof
Intermittent rear wiper
Privacy glass
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Roof rack
Remote sunroof operation
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
21 x 11.5
20 x 9.0
Wheels more: 
Temporary spare tire
Performance tires
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
Inside mounted spare tire
Performance tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
325.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
30
Width: 
265.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R20

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: 
Front ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear 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: 
Parking Assistant
Airbag Deployment Notification*
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*
Self-leveling headlights
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
High pressure washers headlamps
Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp
Brake drying
Night Vision w/Pedestrian Detection
Rear Side Airbags (SPC)
Vehicle Alarm notification*
Emergency Service*
Brake drying
Self-leveling headlights
Pre-collision safety system
Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp
Night View Assist Plus (SPC)
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*
Airbag Deployment Notification*
Emergency braking preparation
Post-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
High pressure washers headlamps

Options

Packages: 
Executive Package
Driver Assistance Plus
Sport Package w/20" Wheel
Interior Sports Package
Designo Auburn Brown Leather Package
Designo Black Leather Package
Premium 1 Package
Parking Assist Package
Lane Tracking Package
On/Off Road Package
Sport PackageSport Package w/19" Wheel
Convenience Package
Lighting Package
Accessory Chrome Package
Active Curve System
Designo Porcelain Leather Package
Driver Assistance Package
Exterior Options: 
Roof Rails in Satin Aluminum
20" M Double-Spoke Light Alloy Wheels w/Performance Tires (Non-Runflat)
Satin Aluminum Line Exterior Trim
Trailer Hitch
Run-Flat Tires (SPC)
Heated Windshield Washer Reservoir (SPC)
Brushed Aluminum Running Boards w/Rubber Studs
Soft Close Doors
Illuminated Grille Star
Wheel Locking Bolts
20" Twin 5-spoke Alloy Wheels
Panorama Sunroof
KEYLESS-GO
20" AMG 5-Spoke Wheel
Interior Options: 
Merino Leather Package
Bang & Olufsen Sound System
Apple CarPlay Compatibility
Rear-Seat Entertainment Professional
Multi-Contour Driver/Passenger Seat w/Massage
Rear Seat Entertainment Pre-Wiring
3-Zone Climate Control
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel
Passenger Memory (SPC)
Cargo Management System (SPC)
Rear Seat Entertainment
Active Ventilated Front Seats
MB-TEX Wrapped Dashboard (SPC)
Wood/Leather Multifunction Steering Wheel
Splitview (SPC)
Lockable Rear Storage Compartment (SPC)
Bang & Olufsen Sound System
Designo Wood/Leather Steering Wheel
Heated Rear Seats
Black Headliner (SPC)
Harman/kardon Sound System
Accessory Rear Seat Entertainment System
Multicolor Interior Ambient Lighting w/Illuminated Front Door Sills

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Amaro Brown Extended Merino, premium leather
#84644B
Aragon Brown Full Merino, premium leather
#B4876F
Black Extended Merino, premium leather
#0B0B0B
Black Full Merino, premium leather
#131313
Criollo Brown Extended Merino, premium leather
#533936
Mugello Red Full Merino, premium leather
#AA5855
Nutmeg Extended Merino, premium leather
#968F86
Silverstone Extended Merino, premium leather
#9A9EA0
Silverstone Full Merino, premium leather
#ADB1B3
Smoke White Extended Merino, premium leather
#CEC9BF
Sonoma Beige Extended Merino, premium leather
#9D9586
Sonoma Beige Full Merino, premium leather
#9D9586
Taupe Extended Merino, premium leather
#8D847D
Color: 
designo Auburn Brown, premium leather
#663A2D
designo Black, premium leather
#1B1B1B
designo Porcelain, premium leather
#D5CDC5