BMW X7 xDrive30d vs Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC

BMW X7 xDrive30d

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Car A

BMW X7 xDrive30d

The BMW X7 xDrive30d is a seven-seat AWD diesel SUV that blends strong torque, efficient cruising, and comfort for large families and road trips. Reliability and safety take priority, but city use and cargo space with all seats up are less compelling.

7 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety7 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC

A premium 7-seat AWD diesel built for long-distance travel and large families, the GLS 400d 4MATIC blends strong torque, respectable efficiency, and generous cargo space. Best for road trips over tight-city or budget-focused use.

7 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety330 hpAWD

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 76 / 76

City 29 / 27

Budget / value 46 / 26

Road trip 68 / 78

Performance 34 / 36

Cargo 31 / 49

Practical 55 / 48

Premium 63 / 66

Winter 80 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X7 xDrive30d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X7 xDrive30d Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

BMW X7 xDrive30d

Seven-seat layout and AWD suit large families and all-weather use
620 Nm diesel torque enables easy overtakes and relaxed cruising
7 L/100 km combined consumption is efficient for its class on long trips
Signals emphasize reliability and safety
326-liter trunk limits luggage when all seven seats are in use
Large SUV size is less convenient for tight city driving and parking
Diesel powertrain favors longer journeys over short urban hops
Premium-level pricing within its segment

Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC

Seven seats and a 640‑liter trunk suit family travel and luggage.
Diesel efficiency at 7.4 l/100 km is efficient for its class on long runs.
700 Nm torque and 6.3 s 0–100 km/h support confident passing and merging.
AWD traction adds confidence for winter and mixed-road conditions.
Premium pricing won’t suit budget-focused buyers.
Diesel powertrain won’t appeal if you prefer petrol, hybrid, or electric.
Less suited to frequent tight-city driving and short hops.
If you rarely use all seven seats, a smaller five-seater may fit better.

Verdict

Pick BMW X7 xDrive30d if…

Best fuel economy

BMW X7 xDrive30d uses 7.0 L/100km vs 7.4 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC puts out 330 hp vs 265 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X7 xDrive30d

Mercedes-Benz GLS 400d 4MATIC

Verdict

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