Comparison - BMW X7 M50i 2021 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC 2020

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BMW X7 M50i 2021

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Other Names:

Also called:

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Also called:

GL-Class

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Make:

BMW

Mercedes-Benz

Model:

GLS-Class

Average Price:

99,800

Updated:

25 Jul 2020

97,800

Updated:

18 Apr 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

9-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

21.90gals

23.80gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Arctic Grey Metallic

#65666D

(ind) Dravit Grey Metallic

#606465

Black Sapphire Metallic

#000000

Tanzanite Blue II Metallic

#18385A

Phytonic Blue Metallic

#315D84

Ametrin Metallic

#462836

Alpine White

#FFFFFF

Carbon Black Metallic

#171C24

Mineral White Metallic

#EAEAEA

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:

For 2021, BMW reshuffles the X7 lineup by dropping the 456-hp, V-8-powered xDrive50i—the 523-hp M50i continues—and adding the 612-hp Alpina XB7. The latter is the first SUV that the BMW tuning specialist has offered in the U.S. The xDrive40i's powertrain gets a 48-volt starter-generator which, surprisingly, worsens its EPA fuel-economy figures; both its city and highway ratings drop by 1 mpg.

PROS
Powertrains' deliciously smooth power,
interior as quiet as a library but much comfier,
Alpina XB7 is hilariously quick and athletic.

CONS
Excessive body roll around corners,
cabin and cargo spaces are smaller than expected,
power rear seats are S-L-O-W.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 BMW X7 doesn’t compromise roominess, comfort, performance, or price.

PROS
Standard heated armrests, seats, steering wheel
Balance of comfort and power
Excellent standard features
Large touchscreen
Larger than competition

CONS
Expensive
Small cargo with all seats up
Two trims, essentially

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2021 BMW X7 comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.High-performance, ultra-plush Alpina XB7 is new to the lineup.The X7 xDrive50i trim and optional off-road package are no longer available.Limited-edition Dark Shadow model debuts with unique paint and trim.

PROS
Strong engine performance
Smooth ride
Impeccable interior

CONS
Expensive for the class
Climate controls can be confusing to use
Some systems don't behave as you'd expect

By:

edmunds.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

Fuel Economy City USA:

15.00mpg

16.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

21.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

4.40L

4.00L

Torque:

553ft-lbs

at 1 800rpm

516ft-lbs

at 2 000rpm

Horsepower:

523hp

at 5 500rpm

483hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

42.80Feet

39.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

yes

On steering wheel:

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

203.30in

205.20in

Width:

78.70in

79.90in

Height:

71.10in

71.80in

Ground Clearance:

8.70in

7.90in

Front Track:

65.70in

Rear Track:

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

Angle of Approach:

23.10degrees

Angle of Departure:

20.50degrees

Curb Weight:

5661.00lbs

5699.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Hands-Free Entry

Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

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

Front Seats Features:

16 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Sport Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

16 -Way Power Driver Seat

Leather

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

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

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

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

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Four Zone Climate Control

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

16 Total Speakers

12 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Speed Sensitive Volume Control

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

2 Subwoofer(S)

464 Watts Stereo Output

USB Connection

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

Rear defogger:

yes

Alloy Wheels:

yes

Wheel size:

22 X 10.5 In.

21 X 11.0 In.

Wheels more:

Run Flat Tires

Inside Mounted Spare Tire

Temporary Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Wheel Dimensions:

Width:

315.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R22

Width:

315.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R21

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated Disc Brakes

Ventilated Front Disc

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Ventilated Disc Brakes

Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Self-Leveling Headlights

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

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:

Dynamic Handling Package

Driving Assistance Professional Package

Luxury Seating Package

Executive Package

Cold Weather Package

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:

Trailer Hitch - 7500 Lbs. Towing Limit

21" Double-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires

Extended Shadowline Trim

Space-Saver Spare

22" Y-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires

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:

Second Row Captain's Chairs

5-Zone Automatic Climate Control

Leather Dashboard

Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System

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:

Ivory White/Night Blue Full Merino, premium leather

#F1F2ED

Black Extended Merino, premium leather

#000000

Ivory White Extended Merino, premium leather

#F1F2ED

Black Vernasca, leather

#000000

Coffee Vernasca, leather

#675C56

Tartufo Extended Merino, premium leather

#9D7866

Canberra Beige Vernasca, leather

#D9D3C7

Cognac Vernasca, leather

#9C745B

Coffee Extended Merino, premium leather

#675C56

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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General

Also called:

--

Also called:

GL-Class

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

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