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BMW XM vs Mercedes EQS comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 80,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Mercedes EQS?

BMW XM vs Mercedes EQS: Key differences

BMW XM

  • markedly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes EQS

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes EQS is substantially cheaper – starting at 80,900 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,226 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers clearly more range – reaching up to 920 km, about 840 km more than the BMW XM.

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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 XM offers markedly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers slightly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 800 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

XM

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes EQS is marginally lighter – 2,550 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers a bit more boot space – 610 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries marginally more – 570 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS is decisively ahead 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 £80,900
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Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 367 - 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 810 - 920 km
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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Mercedes EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
610 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
545 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the BMW XM?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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