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BMW i7 vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (99,300 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Mercedes EQS SUV?

BMW i7 vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

BMW i7

  • barely more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • only slightly cheaper
  • slightly more electric range
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i7

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes EQS SUV is only slightly cheaper – starting at 95,000 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,370 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i7 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 18.5 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 1.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers slightly more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 71 km more than the BMW i7.

EQS SUV

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 barely more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 658 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers moderately more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 950 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

i7

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW i7 is only slightly lighter – 2,595 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers noticeably more boot space – 645 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 145 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries barely more – 570 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV is narrowly ahead 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 £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 615 - 695 km
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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 SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,300 - 157,200 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
-
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
-
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
425 - 570 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 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BMW i7 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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