BMW iX vs Mercedes-Benz EQS
Should you buy BMW iX or Mercedes-Benz EQS? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Range, Battery Pack, Charging speed, Features, Colours and other specs. BMW iX price starts at Rs 1.40 Cr ex-showroom for New Delhi and Mercedes-Benz EQS price starts at Rs 1.63 Cr ex-showroom for New Delhi.
iX Vs EQS
| Key Highlights | BMW iX | Mercedes-Benz EQS |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.1,46,37,146* | Rs.1,70,67,288* |
| Range (km) | 575 | 857 |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 111.5 | 107.8 |
| Charging Time | 35 min-195kW(10%-80%) | - |
BMW iX vs Mercedes-Benz EQS comparison
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- 3.0 Diesel 90 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.25 Cr*
- 3.0 Diesel 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.32 Cr*
- 3.0 Diesel 110 Sedona Edition (Diesel) 1.39 Cr*
- 3.0 Diesel 110 X (Diesel) 1.42 Cr*
- 3.0 Diesel 130 X-Dynamic HSE (Diesel) 1.47 Cr*
- 3.0 l Diesel 130 X (Diesel) 1.57 Cr*
- Top Selling2.0 110 X-Dynamic HSE (Petrol) 1.04 Cr*
- 5.0 l X-Dynamic HSE 90 (Petrol) 1.39 Cr*
- Octa (Petrol) 2.59 Cr*
- Octa Edition One (Petrol) 2.79 Cr*
Rs2.59 Cr *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.1,46,37,146* | Rs.1,70,67,288* | Rs.2,97,76,989* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.2,78,596/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.3,24,851/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.5,66,766/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.5,47,646 | Rs.6,34,588 | Rs.10,27,989 |
| User Rating | Based on 70 Reviews | Based on 39 Reviews | Based on 273 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available | ||
| Running Cost Running cost per km measures the expense of driving your EV per kilometer. Running Cost/Km = (Battery Capacity of EV * Per Unit Electricity Cost ) / Range on full charge. ✕ | ₹ 1.94/km | ₹ 1.26/km | - |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | Not applicable | Not applicable | Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8 |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | Not applicable | Not applicable | 4367 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | Not applicable | Not applicable | 88 Cylinder Cars |
| Fast Charging Fast charging typically refers to direct current (DC) charging from an EV charge station, and is generally quicker than AC charging. Not all fast chargers are equal, though, and this depends on their rated output. ✕ | Yes | No | Not applicable |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Petrol |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | ZEV | ZEV | BS VI 2.0 |
| Top Speed (kmph) | 200 | 210 | 240 |
| Drag Coefficient A measure of how much air pressure a car faces as it moves through the air. It affects the fuel efficiency and the speed of the car. ✕ | 0.25 | 0.20 | - |
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | Air suspension | Air suspension | - |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | Air suspension | Air suspension | - |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | electric | - | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | Adjustable | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4953 | 5216 | 5018 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 2230 | 2125 | 2105 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1695 | 1512 | 1967 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | - | 228 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | - | Yes |
| Power Boot An automated system that opens and closes the car's boot lid or trunk with the press of a button or remote control. Makes accessing the boot easier. ✕ | Yes | - | - |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | 4 Zone | - | 2 Zone |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | Yes | - | - |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | - | - | Yes |
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed. ✕ | Yes | - | - |
| Leather Seats | Yes | No | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Oxide Grey Metallic Individual Storm Bay Metallic Mineral White Phytonic Blue Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect +2 MoreiX Colours | High Tech Silver Graphite Grey Sodalite Blue Obsidian Black Diamond White Bright EQS Colours | Gondwana Stone Lantau Bronze Hakuba Silver Silicon Silver Tasman Blue +6 MoreDefender Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SedanAll Sedan Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | - | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | - | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | - | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | - | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | - | Yes |
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ADAS
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | - | - |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | - | - |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | - | - |
| Lane Departure Prevention Assist | Yes | - | - |
Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | - | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | - | - |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | - | - |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | - | Yes |
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