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BMW i7 vs Mercedes EQS comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (99,200 £ vs 93,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Mercedes EQS?

BMW i7 vs Mercedes EQS: Key differences

BMW i7

  • moderately more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h

Mercedes EQS

  • only slightly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • a bit more trunk space

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

i7

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes EQS is only slightly cheaper – starting at 93,900 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,271 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS is slightly more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the BMW i7. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers clearly more range – reaching up to 816 km, about 192 km more than the BMW i7.

EQS

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i7 offers moderately more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW i7 is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes EQS tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers markedly more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 858 Nm. That’s about 242 Nm more.

i7

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes EQS is marginally lighter – 2,545 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers a bit more boot space – 610 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries only slightly more – 565 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i7 holds a slight edge in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £99,200
i7

BMW i7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 455 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 559 - 624 km
BMW i7
Mercedes EQS

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW i7

The BMW i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.

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Mercedes EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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BMW i7
Mercedes EQS

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,200 - 157,200 £
Price
93,900 - 123,500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
790 - 816 km
Battery Capacity
101.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
118 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
2,545 - 2,655 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
610 L
Length
5,391 mm
Length
5,223 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Height
1,544 mm
Height
1,512 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
550 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
360 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
568 - 858 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
265 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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