Mercedes GLS vs BMW X7

Last Updated on: 16 Sep 2026
The BMW X7 runs on a powerful 2998cc turbo-petrol engine in the xDrive40i and a 2993cc turbo-diesel in the xDrive30d DPE Signature variant. Both engines are mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission and BMW’s xDrive all-wheel-drive system. The petrol engine produces 381hp and 520Nm of torque, while the diesel develops 286hp and 650Nm.
Mileage 11.29 kmpl - 14.31 kmpl | Engine 2993 cc - 2998 cc |
Fuel Type Diesel, Petrol | Transmission Torque Converter |
Body Style SUV | Seats 6 - 7 |
The BMW X7 measures 5,181mm in length, 2,000mm in width, and 1,835mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,105mm. Boot space stands at 300 litres with all rows up, expandable with the third row folded. It runs on 21-inch wheels and gets air suspension as standard.
Engine Type | Turbocharged |
Engine Displacement | 2993 cc |
Number of Cylinders | 6 |
Engine Installation | Front |
Fuel Type/ Propulsion | Diesel |
Number of Motors | 1 |
Pure Electric Driving Mode | No |
Gearbox Type | Torque Converter |
Number of Gears | 8 |
Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox | No |
Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox | Yes |
Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox | Yes |
Drive Layout | Four Wheel Drive |
Lockable Differential/s | No |
Max Engine Power | 340hp at 4400 rpm |
Max Engine Torque | 700Nm at 1750-2250 rpm |
Emission Standard | Bharat Stage VI |
Drive Mode Types | Multiple |
Auto Start/Stop | Yes |
Official Fuel Economy | 14.31 kmpl |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 litres |
Front Suspension Type | Independent, Double Wishbone |
Front Springs | Air Springs |
Rear Suspension Type | Independent, Multi-link |
Rear Springs | Air Springs |
Damper Control | No |
Ride Height Adjust | Yes |
Type of Power Assist | Electric |
Steering Adjust type | Powered |
Steering Adjust | Tilt and Telescopic |
Front Brakes | Discs |
Rear Brakes | Discs |
Wheel Size | 21 inches |
Front Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 |
Rear Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 |
Wheels | Alloys |
Spare Wheel | Space Saver |
Length | 5181 mm |
Width | 2000 mm |
Height | 1835 mm |
Wheelbase | 3105 mm |
Chassis Type | Monocoque |
Doors | 5 |
| Power Windows | Front and Rear |
| 12 Volt Port | |
| Headlight and Ignition on Reminder | |
| Interior Lamps | |
| Electric Tailgate Release | |
| Power Windows with One Touch-Down | All |
| Airbags | 7 |
| Auto emergency braking (AEB) | |
| Speed Sensing Door Lock | |
| Day Night Interior Mirror | Automatic |
| Seat Belt Warning | |
| Rear Seatbelt Reminder |
| Body Coloured Bumpers | |
| Rub Strips | |
| LED headlamps | |
| LED taillights | |
| LED DRLs | |
| ORVM turn indicators |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Tachometer | Digital |
| Trip Meter | |
| Average Fuel Consumption | |
| Average Speed | |
| Distance to Empty |
| Audio System | |
| CD Player | |
| Speakers | 16 |
| USB Input | |
| AUX Input | |
| Bluetooth Audio Streaming |
| Emergency Call Button | |
| Over the air (OTA) updates | |
| Find My Car | |
| Remote AC On / Off via App | |
| Check Vehicle Status via App | |
| Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App |
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