Global EV Comparison: BMW i7 eDrive50 vs Mercedes EQS 450+
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) has a starting price of €115700, compared to the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…), which starts at €109551.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | BMW i7 eDrive50 | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany, India |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €115700 | €109551 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €88950 | €89900 |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…).
| Property | BMW i7 eDrive50 | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 517 km | 628 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 611 km | 821 km |
| Range (GCC) | 509 km | 636 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 105.7 kWh | 125 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 101.7 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20 kWh/100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5 km/kWh | 5.39 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.5 | 8.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 200 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i7 eDrive50 | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.2 | 7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i7 eDrive50 | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 335 kW | 265 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 449 hp | 355 hp |
| Motor Torque | 650 Nm | 568 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.5 s | 6.2 s |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.7 | 5.4 |
Dimensions
The BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW i7 eDrive50 | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5391 mm | 5223 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2192 mm | 2125 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1950 mm | 1926 mm |
| Height | 1544 mm | 1518 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3215 mm | 3210 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the BMW i7 eDrive50 (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i7 eDrive50 | Mercedes EQS 450+ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2595 kg | 2515 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 620 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 500 l | 1700 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.7 | 6.4 |
