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BMW iX vs Mercedes EQE SUV - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (659 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (71600 £ vs 71600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Mercedes EQE SUV?

BMW iX

Mercedes EQE SUV

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes EQE SUV has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 71600 £, while the BMW iX costs 71600 £. That’s a price difference of around 18 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW iX: with 17.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s slight more efficient than the Mercedes EQE SUV with 18.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.50 kWh.

As for range, the BMW iX performs somewhat better – achieving up to 701 km, about 90 km more than the Mercedes EQE SUV.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 659 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE SUV is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the BMW iX takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW iX performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes EQE SUV tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 1015 Nm compared to 950 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes EQE SUV is barely noticeable lighter – 2440 kg compared to 2525 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes EQE SUV offers barely noticeable more room – 520 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX performs slight better – up to 1750 L, which is about 75 L more than the Mercedes EQE SUV.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes EQE SUV minimal takes the win – 580 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW iX proves to be secures victory with a clear margin and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW iX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £71,600
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BMW iX

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 20.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 600 - 701 km
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BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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Mercedes EQE SUV

The Mercedes EQE SUV wraps silent electric power in a sumptuous, tech-filled shell, offering a cocoon-like cabin that makes long journeys feel indulgent. It’s not a driver's toy but a sophisticated cruiser for buyers who want luxury, space and futuristic gadgetry without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
71600 - 107100 £
Price
71600 - 125100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 - 23.1 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
453 - 611 km
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96 - 109.6 kWh
Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2525 - 2655 kg
Curb weight
2440 - 2615 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
4965 mm
Length
4863 - 4879 mm
Width
1970 mm
Width
1940 mm
Height
1688 - 1695 mm
Height
1672 - 1685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1750 L
Max trunk capacity
1675 L
Payload
505 - 575 kg
Payload
505 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Torque
700 - 1015 Nm
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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Is the BMW iX offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW iX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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