Compare performance (625 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (77100 £ vs 106600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Mercedes G Class?
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 X5 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 77100 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29533 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X5 manages with 3 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.70 L. The difference is about 5.70 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes G Class performs clearly better – achieving up to 468 km, about 363 km more than the BMW X5.
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 X5 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 625 HP compared to 605 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Mercedes G Class takes 4.40 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X5 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes G Class tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes G Class pulls distinct stronger with 1164 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 414 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BMW X5 is a bit lighter – 2240 kg compared to 2485 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers barely noticeable more room – 650 L compared to 640 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes G Class performs barely noticeable better – up to 1990 L, which is about 120 L more than the BMW X5.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes G Class minimal takes the win – 715 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.
The Mercedes G Class holds a very small 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.
The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.
detailsThe G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.
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Price
77100 - 143500 £
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Price
106600 - 171000 £
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh
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Electric Range
105 km
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Electric Range
468 km
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Battery Capacity
25.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
116 kWh
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co2
68 - 289 g/km
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
69 - 83 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2240 - 2495 kg
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Curb weight
2485 - 3085 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
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Trunk capacity
620 - 640 L
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Length
4935 mm
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Length
4624 mm
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Width
2004 - 2015 mm
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Width
1931 - 1984 mm
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Height
1755 - 1765 mm
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Height
1983 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1720 - 1870 L
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Max trunk capacity
1990 L
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Payload
565 - 705 kg
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Payload
415 - 715 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
298 - 625 HP
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Power HP
387 - 605 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
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Torque
760 - 1164 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
219 - 460 kW
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
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Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
2989 - 3982 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The BMW X5 is available as All-Wheel Drive.