BMW 7 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
When comparing the BMW 7 Series's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, The 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 BMW 7 Series's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a better car than the BMW 7 Series.
BMW 7 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW 7 Series loses 68 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class loses 61.2 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz S-Class retains 6.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 7 Series.
BMW 7 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 7 Series is 7.0 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class' quality rating is 7.2 out of 10. This results in the BMW 7 Series being ranked 5 out of 6 Best Hybrid Luxury Large Cars and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class being ranked 3 out of 6. Out of 21 Best Luxury Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV), the BMW 7 Series is ranked 10 and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is ranked 7. The BMW 7 Series is also ranked 15 out of 27 Best Luxury Hybrid Cars while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is ranked 11 out of 27.
BMW 7 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 7 Series is 7.5 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz S-Class the reliability rating is 7.8 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 BMW 7 Series’s base engine makes 483 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class base engine makes 510 horsepower.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$109,893 - $131,626
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
68%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
61.2%
BMW 7 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 7 Series Rankings
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2 out of / 6Ranking
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2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 27Ranking
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9 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 14Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
15 out of / 27Ranking
17 out of / 21Ranking
23 out of / 27Mercedes-Benz S-Class Rankings
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1 out of / 27Ranking
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3 out of / 6Ranking
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7 out of / 27Ranking
7 out of / 21Ranking
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8 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
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13 out of / 14Ranking
15 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
BMW 7 Series Trim Levels
750e xDrive
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Trim Levels
S 580e 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
483 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
516 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
510 hp
Torque:
369 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.094 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5331 lbs
Width:
86.3 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
212.2 inches
Wheelbase:
126.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5445 lbs
Width:
83 inches
Height:
59.2 inches
Length:
208.2 inches
Wheelbase:
126.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19
