Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC vs BMW iX xDrive40
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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 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2021-2025 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €114609 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €87990 | €43800 |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 6.4 |
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 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 531 km | 349 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 673 km | 425 km |
| Range (GCC) | 537 km | 343 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 125 kWh | 76.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 118 kWh | 74.1 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22 kWh/100 km | 21.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.55 km/kWh | 4.63 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 4.9 |
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 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 148 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7 | 6.3 |
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 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 265 kW | 240 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 355 hp | 322 hp |
| Motor Torque | 800 Nm | 630 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 s | 6.1 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.8 | 5.3 |
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 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5125 mm | 4953 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2157 mm | 2230 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1959 mm | 1967 mm |
| Height | 1718 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 3000 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 | Mercedes EQS SUV 450 4MATIC | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2840 kg | 2440 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 645 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2100 l | 1750 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 2500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.4 | 8.3 |
