BMW XM vs Mercedes-Benz GLS
XM vs GLS
Key Highlights | BMW XM | Mercedes-Benz GLS |
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Price | Rs.2.60 Cr | Rs.1.37 Cr |
Engine Capacity | 4395 cc | 2999 cc |
Power | 653 bhp | 375 bhp @ 5800 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 61.2 kmpl | 10.1 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
XM specifications | GLS specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 3.08 Cr Price Breakup | 1.62 Cr Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
User Rating | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 527 Litres | 493 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 4395 cc | 2999 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 653 bhp | 375 bhp @ 5800 rpm |
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Exterior
XM Exterior | GLS Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | - | Panoramic |
Sunroof | No | Yes |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | Yes | Yes |
Rear Defogger | Yes | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | Yes | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Projector headlight | Yes | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
XM Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | GLS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Double-wishbone with 'M' Adaptive Dampers | Adaptive damping system |
Rear Suspension | Five-link axle with 'M' Adaptive Dampers | Adaptive Damping System |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | - |
Front Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 275/45 R21 |
Rear Tyre Size | 315/40 R21 | 315/40 R21 |
Turning Radius | 6.25 meters | 6 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | - | 175/65 R15 |
Wheels Size | R21 | R21 |
Instrumentation
XM Instrumentation | GLS Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | No |
Shift Indicator | Yes | No |
Tachometer | Digital | Yes |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | - |
Infotainment & Communication
XM Infotainment & Communication | GLS Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Display | Yes | Yes |
Touchscreen Size | 14.9 inches | 12.3 inches |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | No | Yes |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | Yes | - |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 20 | 27 |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | - |
USB Compatibility | Yes | - |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
XM Warranty | GLS Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/unlimited kms | 3 Years/Unlimited Kms |
Extended Warranty | Upto 10 Years/ unlimited kms | 8 Years/Unlimited kilometers |
Engine & Transmission
XM Engine & Transmission | GLS Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 4395 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | S68 Twin- turbocharged V8 Plug-in Hybrid | M256 Turbocharged I6 with Integrated Starter-Alternator |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | Six Cylinders |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 8 | 8 Speed |
Power | 653 bhp | 375 bhp @ 5800 rpm |
Torque | 650 Nm @ 1600-5000 rpm | 500 Nm @ 1800 rpm |
Battery Capacity | 25.7 kwh | - |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion | - |
Fast Charging | - | No |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | 61.2 kmpl | 10 kmpl |
Comfort & Convenience
XM Comfort & Convenience | GLS Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | Yes |
Ventilated Seats Type | Heated and cooled | Front Only |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
Automatic climate control | Yes | Yes |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | Yes |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | - |
Drive Modes | 3 | 4 |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Safety
XM Safety | GLS Safety | |
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Airbags | 6 | 9 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | - | Yes |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
ASR / Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | Yes |
Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Yes |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | Yes |
Hill Assist | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
XM Dimensions & Capacity | GLS Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 5110 mm | 5209 mm |
Width | 2210 mm | 2157 mm |
Height | 1755 mm | 1823 mm |
Wheelbase | 3105 mm | 3135 mm |
Ground Clearance | 220 mm | 200 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 7 |
No. of Doors | 5 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 Litres | 90 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 11.4 Litres | 8.5 Litres |
Boot Space | 527 Litres | 493 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 2785 kg | 2525 kg |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Pros & Cons
XM Pros & Cons | GLS Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW XM and Mercedes-Benz GLS
Safety
XM comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, ADAS. GLS has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, ADAS, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera.
Body
XM has doors and seats. It is an with 527 Litres boot space, 69 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 220 mm. It is 2210 mm wide, 1755 mm high and 5110 mm long. It has 2785 kg kerb weight and 3105 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, GLS is an with doors and seats ,90 Litres fuel tank capacity, 493 Litres boot space, 200 mm ground clearance.It has 1823 mm height, 5209 mm length, 2157 mm width, and 2525 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
BMW XM comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And GLS comes with AWD and 8 Speed Automatic transmission.