Compare performance (530 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (90800 £ vs 36300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X7 or Mercedes Vito Bus?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Vito Bus has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36300 £, while the BMW X7 costs 90800 £. That’s a price difference of around 54441 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Vito Bus manages with 6.70 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the BMW X7 with 8 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.
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 X7 has a decisively edge – offering 530 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 293 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X7 performs significantly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X7 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers slightly more seating capacity – 8 vs 7.
In curb weight, Mercedes Vito Bus is noticeable lighter – 2023 kg compared to 2490 kg. The difference is around 467 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers decisively more room – 1390 L compared to 750 L. That’s a difference of about 640 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Bus performs clearly better – up to 4990 L, which is about 2870 L more than the BMW X7.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Bus evident takes the win – 1077 kg compared to 760 kg. That’s a difference of about 317 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes Vito Bus shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.
detailsThe Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
90800 - 117500 £
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Price
36300 - 55900 £
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Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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co2
210 - 274 g/km
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co2
0 - 228 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
80 - 83 L
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
7
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Seats
8
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2490 - 2675 kg
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Curb weight
2023 - 2739 kg
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Trunk capacity
750 L
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Trunk capacity
580 - 1390 L
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Length
5181 mm
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Length
4895 - 5370 mm
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Width
2000 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Height
1835 mm
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Height
1890 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2120 L
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Max trunk capacity
4190 - 4990 L
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Payload
680 - 760 kg
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Payload
726 - 1077 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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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
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
352 - 530 HP
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Power HP
136 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
245 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
140 km/h
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Torque
520 - 750 Nm
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Torque
330 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
259 - 390 kW
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Power kW
100 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The BMW X7 is available as All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.