Mercedes-Benz G 350 d vs BMW i5 M60 — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Sedan · Diesel · FWD

vs

BMW i5 M60

Sedan · Electric · FWD

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Car A

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

The Mercedes-Benz G 350 d focuses on road-trip comfort and power, combining a 286 hp diesel and 600 Nm with a capacious 890 L cargo area. Premium pricing and front-wheel drive make it less compelling for city-first drivers or those wanting AWD traction.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety

BMW i5 M60

Car B

BMW i5 M60

A luxury electric saloon that blends serious performance with long-distance practicality. Best for drivers prioritizing premium comfort and speed over maximum winter traction or tight budgets.

5 seatsSedanElectric619 hpElectric

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Usage fit

Family 67 / 36

City 24 / 26

Budget / value 13 / 5

Road trip 77 / 49

Performance 32 / 44

Cargo 50 / 32

Practical 39 / 24

Premium 70 / 71

Winter 30 / 18

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz G 350 d · Orange = BMW i5 M60

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz G 350 d BMW i5 M60

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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d

Strong diesel torque (600 Nm) for confident overtakes when fully loaded
Quick 0–100 km/h in 6.4 s aids easy highway merging
Large 890 L trunk fits road-trip luggage and family gear
Premium positioning aligns with comfort-focused travel
Premium price (100000) reduces appeal for budget-focused buyers
Front-wheel drive may not satisfy shoppers seeking AWD traction
9.2 L/100 km combined consumption is less suited to short city trips
Five seats only, so no third row for larger families

BMW i5 M60

Blistering straight-line pace: 619 hp, 1000 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 3.7 s.
Long-trip readiness with a 101.7 kWh battery and an estimated 497 km range.
Room for family duties: five seats and a large 570 L boot.
Luxury-focused positioning suits premium comfort and performance driving.
Premium price point (109,900) rules out budget-focused buyers.
Front-wheel drive may not satisfy those seeking maximum winter traction.
If you need well over ~500 km between charges, the 497 km range may feel limiting.
Saloon body lacks the wide hatch opening and seating flexibility some shoppers want.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz G 350 d if…

Lower entry price

Mercedes-Benz G 350 d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick BMW i5 M60 if…

More power

BMW i5 M60 puts out 619 hp vs 286 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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