Global EV Comparison: BMW iX xDrive40 vs Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC
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General Info
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €114609. The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €43800 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2025 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €114609 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €43800 | €87990 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025).
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 349 km | 531 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 425 km | 673 km |
| Range (GCC) | 343 km | 537 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 76.6 kWh | 125 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74.1 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.6 kWh/100 km | 22 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.63 km/kWh | 4.55 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.9 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) maxes out at 148 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 148 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 240 kW | 265 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 322 hp | 355 hp |
| Motor Torque | 630 Nm | 800 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 s | 6.1 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 5.8 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC (2023-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025).
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4953 mm | 5125 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2230 mm | 2157 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1967 mm | 1959 mm |
| Height | 1695 mm | 1718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC (2023-…) 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 BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC (2023-…).
| Property | BMW iX xDrive40 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2440 kg | 2840 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 645 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1750 l | 2100 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2500 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.3 | 8.4 |
