2019 BMW 7 Series vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

When we compare the 2019 BMW 7 Series's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2019 BMW 7 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 BMW 7 Series's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a better car than the 2019 BMW 7 Series.

2019 BMW 7 Series vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pricing

A used 2019 BMW 7 Series ranges from $30,994 to $64,996 while a used 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is priced between $44,989 to $99,950.

2019 BMW 7 Series vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Resale/Retained Value

Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 BMW 7 Series loses 61.5 percent of its value and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class loses 54.6 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class retains 6.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 BMW 7 Series.

2019 BMW 7 Series vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 7 Series is 7.5 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class' quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the BMW 7 Series being ranked 14 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class being ranked 9 out of 24.

2019 BMW 7 Series vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reliability Rating

iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 7 Series is 8.1 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz S-Class the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz S-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 7 Series.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the 2019 BMW 7 Series’s base engine makes 320 horsepower, and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class base engine makes 362 horsepower. The 7 Series is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 597 miles. The S-Class is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 591 miles. This gives the 2019 BMW 7 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are large cars, the 2019 BMW 7 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room and rear leg room. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and cargo space. The 2019 BMW 7 Series and 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class are comparable in regards to front leg room.