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BMW X6 vs Mercedes B Class comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (83,600 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or Mercedes B Class?

BMW X6 vs Mercedes B Class: Key differences

BMW X6

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

Mercedes B Class

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly lighter

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

X6

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes B Class is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,442 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes B Class uses 2.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

B Class

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 X6 offers significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 387 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X6 is a bit faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes B Class tops out at 223 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X6 delivers visibly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

X6

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes B Class is significantly lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 835 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X6 offers noticeably more boot space – 580 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BMW X6 offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,530 L, about 90 L more than the Mercedes B Class.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X6 carries markedly more – 695 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes B Class holds a decisive overall lead 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 £33,100
B Class

Mercedes B Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 238 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 83 km
BMW X6
Mercedes B Class

Costs and Consumption

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BMW X6

The BMW X6 wears its coupe-SUV looks like a tuxedo with oversized shoulders, turning everyday traffic into a catwalk whenever it glides past. It serves up sporty handling and a plush cabin with just enough practicality to keep daily life sane — perfect for buyers who crave drama without completely abandoning common sense.

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Mercedes B Class

The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.

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BMW X6
Mercedes B Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
83,600 - 146,400 £
Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
83 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
56 - 156 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
83 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,405 - 1,745 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
Length
4,960 mm
Length
4,419 mm
Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Height
1,562 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
1,440 L
Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
505 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
116 - 238 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
223 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
85 - 175 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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