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BMW iX vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Mercedes EQS SUV?

BMW iX vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

BMW iX

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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

iX

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.

BMW iX is clearly cheaper – starting at 71,600 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,401 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX is slightly more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX offers barely more range – reaching up to 701 km, about 6 km more than the Mercedes EQS SUV.

EQS SUV

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX offers only slightly 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 iX is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers only slightly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 950 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.

iX

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, BMW iX is very slightly lighter – 2,525 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

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

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries very slightly more – 575 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX stands out in the key areas 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 £71,600
iX

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 600 - 701 km
BMW iX
Mercedes EQS SUV

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 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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BMW iX
Mercedes EQS SUV

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
600 - 701 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
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
-
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
-
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
505 - 575 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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