BMW XM vs Mercedes-Benz S Class
XM vs S Class
Key Highlights | BMW XM | Mercedes-Benz S Class |
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Price | Rs.2.60 Cr | Rs.1.86 Cr |
Engine Capacity | 4395 cc | 2925 cc |
Power | 653 bhp | 282.08 bhp @ 3400 - 4600 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 61.2 kmpl | 13.5 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
XM specifications | S Class specifications | |
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On Road Price | 3.08 Cr Price Breakup | 2.21 Cr Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
User Rating | 4.4 | 4.0 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 527 Litres | 550 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 4395 cc | 2925 cc |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 653 bhp | 282.08 bhp @ 3400 - 4600 rpm |
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Exterior
XM Exterior | S Class Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | - | Panoramic |
Sunroof | No | Yes |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | - |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | - |
Rear Wiper | Yes | - |
Rear Defogger | Yes | - |
Bootlid Opener | Yes | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Yes | - |
Projector headlight | Yes | - |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | - |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
XM Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | S Class Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Double-wishbone with 'M' Adaptive Dampers | Airmatic Suspension |
Rear Suspension | Five-link axle with 'M' Adaptive Dampers | Airmatic Suspension |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | - |
Front Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 275/40 R18 |
Rear Tyre Size | 315/40 R21 | 275/40 R18 |
Turning Radius | 6.25 meters | 5.6 meters |
Tyre Size Spare | - | 245/45 R18 |
Wheels Size | R21 | R19 |
Instrumentation
XM Instrumentation | S Class Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | - |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | - |
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Shift Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Yes |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Avg fuel economy display | Yes | - |
Infotainment & Communication
XM Infotainment & Communication | S Class 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 | 12.8 |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | No | Yes |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Gesture Control | Yes | - |
Integrated Music System | Yes | - |
Speakers | 20 | - |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | - |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
XM Warranty | S Class Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 2 Years/unlimited kms | 2 Years/Unlimited Kms |
Extended Warranty | Upto 10 Years/ unlimited kms | 8 Years/Unlimited Kms |
Engine & Transmission
XM Engine & Transmission | S Class Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 4395 cc | 2925 cc |
Engine Type | S68 Twin- turbocharged V8 Plug-in Hybrid | OM 656 Engine |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | L6 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Cylinder Configuration | DOHC | No |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Gears | 8 | 9 |
Power | 653 bhp | 282.08 bhp @ 3400 - 4600 rpm |
Torque | 650 Nm @ 1600-5000 rpm | 600 Nm @ 1200-3200 rpm |
Battery Capacity | 25.7 kwh | 1.2 kwh |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion | - |
Fast Charging | - | No |
Drivetrain | AWD | (RWD) |
ARAI Certified Economy | 61.2 kmpl | 14 kmpl |
Comfort & Convenience
XM Comfort & Convenience | S Class Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | Yes | No |
Ventilated Seats Type | Heated and cooled | - |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | - |
Automatic climate control | Yes | Yes |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | - |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Nappa Leather |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | - |
Drive Modes | 3 | 5 |
Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
Safety
XM Safety | S Class Safety | |
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Airbags | 6 | 10 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | No |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | Yes |
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 | - |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | Yes | - |
Hill Assist | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
XM Dimensions & Capacity | S Class Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 5110 mm | 5289 mm |
Width | 2210 mm | 1954 mm |
Height | 1755 mm | 1503 mm |
Wheelbase | 3105 mm | 3216 mm |
Ground Clearance | 220 mm | 96 mm |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 5 | 4 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 Litres | 70 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 11.4 Litres | 9 Litres |
Boot Space | 527 Litres | 550 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 2785 kg | 1995 kg |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Pros & Cons
XM Pros & Cons | S Class Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW XM and Mercedes-Benz S Class
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. S Class has Overspeed Warning, 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, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, 360 degree camera, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, 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, S Class is an with doors and seats ,70 Litres fuel tank capacity, 550 Litres boot space, 96 mm ground clearance.It has 1503 mm height, 5289 mm length, 1954 mm width, and 1995 kgkerb weight.
Transmission
BMW XM comes with AWD and 8 Automatic transmission. And S Class comes with (RWD) and 9 Automatic transmission.