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Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC
Suv · Diesel · AWD
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BMW X7 xDrive45e
Suv · Hybrid · AWD
Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC
Car A
Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC
A seven-seat AWD diesel that blends strong torque and efficient-for-its-class fuel use with generous cargo space, making it well-suited to large families and long trips. Its premium price and size make it less ideal for city-focused buyers.
7 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safetyAWD
BMW X7 xDrive45e
Car B
BMW X7 xDrive45e
The X7 xDrive45e blends seven-seat practicality and AWD confidence with standout efficiency for a premium SUV. Best for road trips and big families who want short electric hops without giving up performance.
7 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety2.1 L/100km394 hpAWDHybrid
Why compared better on fuelbetter valuecomparison picksame body typesame ranking profilesame seats

Usage fit

Family 83 / 66
City 27 / 35
Budget / value 25 / 36
Road trip 82 / 69
Performance 35 / 41
Cargo 59 / 31
Practical 53 / 46
Premium 66 / 66
Winter 80 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC · Orange = BMW X7 xDrive45e

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC BMW X7 xDrive45e
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC

  • Seven seats and an 825 L boot support family life and road trips.
  • 7.5 L/100 km combined consumption is efficient for its class.
  • 286 hp and 600 Nm (0–100 km/h in 6.3 s) give confident overtaking when loaded.
  • 4MATIC AWD adds traction for winter and mixed conditions.

BMW X7 xDrive45e

  • Seven seats and AWD suit large families and winter conditions.
  • Efficient for its class with a very low combined consumption figure.
  • Strong safety ranking in our signals.
  • Quick for a three-row SUV: 0–100 km/h in 5.6 s with 394 hp and 600 Nm.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz GLS 350d 4MATIC is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick BMW X7 xDrive45e if…
More power
BMW X7 xDrive45e puts out 394 hp vs 286 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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