Global EV Comparison: BMW iX xDrive45 vs Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC
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General Info
The BMW iX xDrive45 (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €83500. The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €97770 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive45 | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €83500 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €97770 |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW iX xDrive45 (2025-...).
| Property | BMW iX xDrive45 | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 502 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 602 km | 616 km |
| Range (GCC) | 477 km | 492 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 120 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 94.8 kWh | 108.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.9 kWh/100 km | 22 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.03 km/kWh | 4.54 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 207 kW, while the BMW iX xDrive45 (2025-...) maxes out at 175 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive45 | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 207 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7 | 7.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) has more power, the BMW iX xDrive45 (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive45 | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 330 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 443 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 828 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 s | 5.2 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.8 | 6.2 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the BMW iX xDrive45 (2025-...).
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW iX xDrive45 | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4965 mm | 5125 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2230 mm | 2157 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1970 mm | 1959 mm |
| Height | 1695 mm | 1718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) 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 xDrive45 (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023).
| Property | BMW iX xDrive45 | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2525 kg | 2805 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 | 8.4 | 8.4 |
