Comparison: Mercedes Benz V Class vs BMW X7

The Mercedes Benz V Class is a luxury MPV designed to provide ultimate comfort and safety to the driver and passengers. BMW X7 is a luxury SUV engineered to deliver a sporty yet premium driving experience. With the BMW X7, you get a tech-loaded interior and comfortable seating arrangement. On the other hand, the V Class delivers a limousine-kind of feel perfect for those who crave for business-class chauffeured-driven experience. Both these cars are distinct but can be compared in terms of their dimensions, safety features, comfort and tech-related specifications. Let’s compare these cars now to provide insights regarding their overall driving experience and feel. 

Mercedes Benz V Class vs BMW X7: Dimensions

The size of the car and its dimensions affect its road presence and spaciousness. So, let’s compare Mercedes Benz V Class and BMW X7 on the basis of their dimensions now: 

Dimensions	Mercedes Benz V Class	BMW X7
Length	5370 mm	5181 mm
Width	1928 mm	2000 mm
Height	1880 mm	1835 mm
Wheelbase	3430 mm	3105 mm
Bootspace	Up to 1030 litres (After folding all the seats)	300 to 326 litres
Ground Clearance	160 mm	221 mm

The Mercedes Benz V Class is a much bigger car than the BMW X7. Its longer wheelbase and length ensures that you get enough space and legroom throughout your long journeys. BMW X7 is wider than V Class meaning that the shoulder room would be slightly better. V Class offers much more bootspace whereas the X7 offers limited bootspace even with all its seats up and folded. However, the BMW X7 is a clear winner with its segment-leading ground clearance of 221 mm.

Mercedes V Class is more spacious while the BMW X7 has better ground clearance. 

Mercedes Benz V Class vs BMW X7: Engine & Transmission

While buying any car, you must take the engine and transmission configurations seriously. Mercedes Benz V Class and BMW X7 can be compared on the basis of their engine, transmission, power, torque, and mileage. The differences are highlighted in the below table: 

Basis of Comparison	Mercedes Benz V Class	BMW X7
Engine Options	Petrol: 2.0-litre Mild Hybrid Diese: 2.0-litre Turbo Diesel	3.0-litre 6 cylinder Turbo Petrol 3.0-litre 6-cylinder Turbo Diesel
Transmission	9-speed automatic transmission	8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission
Power	Petrol: 233 bhpDiesel: 228 bhp	Petrol: 375 bhpDiesel: 340 bhp
Torque	Petrol: 370 NmDiesel: 500 Nm	Petrol: 520 NmDiesel: 700 Nm
Mileage	Up to 16 kmpl	Petrol: 11.29 kmplDiesel: 14.31 kmpl

The BMW X7 is designed for performance with its more powerful engine that gives better power output and torque. This gives a sporty and punchy driving experience while  handling this car. The V Class is designed for a smoother drive but it has a little body-roll. Its mileage is slightly better than which the BMW X7 offers. 

Mercedes Benz V Class is tuned for plush and smooth driving experience whereas the BMW X7 thrives on power and speed. 

Mercedes Benz V Class vs BMW X7: Features and Comfort

Most car buyers looking for luxury vehicles often analyse their comfort and tech-related specifications. So, let’s compare BMW X7 and Mercedes Benz V-Class based on their comfort and tech-related features: 

Features	Mercedes Benz V Class	BMW X7
Infotainment	12.3-inch MBUX infotainment	1.4.9-inch curved display infotainment
Music	15-Speaker Burmester Surround Audio System	16-speaker Harman Kardon speaker system
Climate Control	3-zone automatic climate control	5-zone automatic climate control
Ventilated Seats	All seats are ventilated. The second row comes with captain seats with memory, recline, and calf-support functions.	Ventilated seats with heating and massage functions available for both rear and front passengers
Adjustable Steering	Electrically adjustable steering wheel	Electrically adjustable
Drive Modes	Comfort, Sport, Eco, and Individual	Comfort, Sport, Eco Pro, and Adaptive
Instrument Cluster	12.3-inch digital instrument cluster (Cockpit integration)	12.3-inch digital driver’s display
Sunroof	Panoramic Sunroof	Panoramic Sunroof (Sky Lounge is optional)
Adjustable Seats (Manual or Electric)	Front seats are electrically adjustable and come with memory function	Electrically adjustable with captain seat options for the second row
Rear AC Vents	Rear cabin climate control with AC vents	Roof or pillar mounted dedicated AC vents with controls for the rear passengers
60:40 Rear Split Seats	Available	Available
Cruise Control	Available	Adaptive crust control

While both these cars have a tech-loaded cabin designed for comfort and opulence, the BMW X7 seems to be leading in some areas. Though the difference isn’t huge, the interiors of BMW X7 might feel a bit more modern whereas V Class feels a bit more classy and old-fashioned. Go for the advanced features of X7 or choose the classy yet feature-packed interiors of V Class. 

Mercedes Benz V Class vs BMW X7: Safety Features

Safety cannot be compromised while driving and therefore, let’s compare these cars in terms of their safety features now: 

Safety Features	Mercedes Benz V Class	BMW X7
GNCAP Safety Rating	5-star Euro NCAP	NA
Airbags	7 airbags	6 to 9 airbags
ABS with EBD	Available	Available
ESC	Available	Available
Traction Control	Available	Available
Automatic Headlamps	Available	Available
Rain-Sensing Wipers	Available	Available
Hill Hold Assist	Available across the variants	Standard across all the variants
Hill Descent Control	Available across the variants	Available
Rear Sensors	Available	Parking distance control on both rear and front sides
Rear Parking Camera	360-degree camera with rear parking sensors	360-degree parking camera
ISOFIX Child Seat Anchor Points	Available	Available
ADAS	Level 2 ADAS features such as blind-spot assist, parking assist, and driver assist are provided in this car.	Emergency braking, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, and active parking assistance are included in the Level 2 ADAS package

The BMW X7 is not tested at Global NCAP and this leaves a huge gap from the safety point-of-view. The rest of the safety features including the advanced level 2 ADAS setup are comparable in both the models. Mercedes Benz V Class is much safer as it is tested at GNCAP whereas the BMW X7 isn’t. 

Mercedes Benz V Class vs BMW X7: Pricing Details

Buyers can be an important aspect for many while purchasing luxury cars. The pricing details of both these cars have been specified below: 

Mercedes Benz V Class Variants	Ex-Showroom Price	BMW X7 Variants	Ex-Showroom Price
Base Variants	NA	Base Variant (X7 xDrive40i M Sport Signature)	Rs. 1.26 crore
Mid Variants	NA	Mid Variants (X7 xDrive40i M Sport)	Rs. 1.28 crore
Top Variant	Both the 2.0-litre petrol and diesel variants are priced at Rs. 1.40 crore	Top Variant (X7 xDrive40d M Sport)	Rs. 1.32 crore

The V Class is slightly more expensive than the BMW X7 but the BMW X7 has more variants to explore both in terms of pricing and features. Though the difference isn’t huge, the Mercedes Benz V Class is much more expensive than the BMW X7. 

Summary

Both the Mercedes Benz V Class and BMW X7 offer a great value-for-money with their class-leading and feature-packed models. Though they cater to the requirements of different types of car enthusiasts, their basic offering is regal looks, premium feel, and luxurious ride-quality. You can differentiate them on the basis of their design, driving experience, and overall safety features. These cars are also available in the second-hand car markets at a much cheaper price point.

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