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Mercedes G-Class vs BMW X5 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 77,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or BMW X5?

Mercedes G-Class vs BMW X5: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • considerably more electric range
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BMW X5

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW X5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 77,600 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,019 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X5 uses 3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G-Class offers considerably more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 374 km more than the BMW X5.

X5

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 X5 offers barely more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 605 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes G-Class takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 414 Nm more.

G-Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X5 is slightly lighter – 2,240 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X5 offers very slightly more boot space – 650 L compared to 640 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries barely more – 715 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X5 leads convincingly 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 £77,600
X5

BMW X5

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3 - 12.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 105 km
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Mercedes G-Class

The 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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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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
77,600 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
105 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
68 - 289 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,495 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
565 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes G-Class have?

The Mercedes G-Class is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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