BMW X5 xDrive40i vs Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

BMW X5 xDrive40i

Suv · Gasoline · AWD

Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

BMW X5 xDrive40i

The BMW X5 xDrive40i is a well-rounded AWD SUV that blends strong performance with family-ready space and a safety-focused character. It suits growing families and road trips, offering good value in its segment if efficiency and tight-city maneuvering aren't priorities.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety340 hpAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

The Mercedes-Benz S 350 d leans into reliability, safety, and premium comfort for growing families and road trips. Its torquey diesel is quick and efficient, while tight-city use and hard performance driving aren’t its focus.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety7 L/100km

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 79 / 75

City 26 / 25

Budget / value 47 / 39

Road trip 76 / 65

Performance 38 / 27

Cargo 44 / 36

Practical 54 / 56

Premium 61 / 69

Winter 80 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X5 xDrive40i · Orange = Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X5 xDrive40i Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

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Pros & cons

BMW X5 xDrive40i

AWD traction adds confidence in winter and variable conditions
Strong, smooth acceleration for easy highway merging and passing
Generous 650 L cargo area supports family gear and road trips
Good value in its segment with reliability and safety as priorities
Combined consumption of 10.5 may not satisfy efficiency-minded buyers
Large SUV footprint is less convenient for frequent city driving
Seats five only; no third row for larger families
Not aimed at performance driving despite brisk 0–100

Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

Premium comfort focus makes long journeys relaxing
Efficient for its class at 7 L/100 km
Effortless passing from 600 Nm diesel torque
Five seats and a 500 L trunk suit family duty
High purchase price
Less convenient for frequent tight-city driving
Diesel powertrain won’t suit petrol, hybrid, or EV seekers
Not aimed at track-style performance driving despite strong acceleration

Verdict

Pick BMW X5 xDrive40i if…

Lower entry price

BMW X5 xDrive40i starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz S 350 d if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz S 350 d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X5 xDrive40i

Mercedes-Benz S 350 d

Verdict

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