BMW iX VS Mercedes Benz GLS

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Overview

Overview Details
Fuel Type	Electric	Petrol
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Seating Capacity	5 Seats and 2 Rows	7 Seats and 3 Rows
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	375 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	500 Nm @ 1800 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity	90
Engine Type	M256 Turbocharged I6 with Integrated Starter-Alternator
Engine	2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

Specifications

Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase	3000	3135
Length Width Height	4953 mm * 1967 mm * 1695 mm	5209 mm * 2157 mm * 1823 mm
Kerb Weight	2460
Capacity
Doors	5	5
Seating Capacity	5 Seats and 2 Rows	7 Seats and 3 Rows
Bootspace	355 L
Fuel Tank Capacity	90
Engine & Transmission
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Fuel Type	Electric	Petrol
Max Motor Performance	322 bhp, 630 Nm
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Battery	Lithium Ion, 76.6 kWh, Placed Under Floor Pan
Electric Motor	Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (One Motor Each on Front and Rear Axle)
Top Speed	200	250
Pure Electric Driving Mode	Yes
Acceleration	0-100 km/h in 6.1 seconds (claimed)	0-100 km/h in 6.1 seconds (claimed)
Regenerative Braking	Yes
Idle Start/Stop	No	Yes
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	No	Turbocharged (Variable Geometry)
Engine Type	M256 Turbocharged I6 with Integrated Starter-Alternator
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	375 bhp @ 5800 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	500 Nm @ 1800 rpm
Engine	2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Ethanol Compatibility	E20
Wheels & Tyres
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Front Tyres	255 / 50 R21	275 / 45 R21
Rear Tyres	255 / 50 R21	315 / 40 R21
Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres
Front Suspension	Double wishbone	Independent, Double Wishbone, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping
Rear Suspension	Five-link	Independent, Multi-link, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping
Steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering
Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Alloy	Space Saver
Puncture Repair Kit	Yes	No
Advanced Suspension Features	Ride Height Adjustment
Suspensions, Brakes & Steering
Minimum Turning Radius	6

Features

Safety
Airbags	8 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	9 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning
NCAP Rating
Overspeed Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Lane Departure Warning
High-beam Assist
Blind Spot Detection
Second Row Middle Seat Safety
Lane Functions
Rear Collision Assist
ADAS
Forward Collision Warning
Automatic Emergency Braking
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Braking & Traction
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Ride Height Adjustment
Hill Descent Control
Differential Lock
Brakes
Limited Slip Differential
Locks & Security
Central Locking
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock
Engine Immobiliser
Comfort & Convenience
Air Conditioner
Steering Adjustment
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Cruise Control
Parking Sensors
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Heater
Electronic Parking Brake
Cabin Boot Access
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Air Purifier
Charging Ports		2 x 12V Power Outlets
Parking Assist	360 Degree Camera
Storage
Cup Holders
Driver Armrest Storage
Sunglass Holder
Third Row Cup Holders
Cooled Glovebox
Seats & Upholstery
Seat Upholstery
Driver Seat Adjustment	10 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	14 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, extended thigh support: forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	14 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, extended thigh support: forward / back)
Driver Armrest
Ventilated Seats
Ventilated Seat Type
Rear Armrest
Folding Rear Seat
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40	40:20:40
Split Third Row Seat		50:50
Front Seatback Pockets
Massage Seats
Rear Passenger Seat Type
Third Row Seat Type
Headrests
Second Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Interior
Wrappings
Third Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Active headrest
Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
Power Windows
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Rain-sensing Wipers
Door Pockets
Scuff Plates
Adjustable ORVMs
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)
Interior Door Handles Finish
Exterior Door
Boot Opener
Anti-glare ORVMs
Exterior
Roof rails
Body-Coloured Bumpers
Body Kit
Rub-strips
Antenna
Sunroof
Exhaust
Lighting
Cornering Headlights
Follow me home headlamps
Headlight Height Adjuster
Fog Lights
Headlights
Puddle Lamps
Ambient Interior Lighting
Automatic Headlamps
Taillights
Interior Lamps
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Instrumentation
Trip Meter	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips Electronic
Average Speed
Clock
Door Ajar Warning
Gear Indicator
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer
Fuel Consumption
Instrument Cluster Screen
Gear Shift Indicator
Entertainment, Information & Communication
Smart Connectivity
Gesture Control
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
Voice Command
Wireless Charger
Steering-mounted controls
WiFi Hotspot
Voice Assistant
Infotainment Screen	14.9" Touch-screen Display	12.3" LCD Display
Audio System	18 Speakers	6+ Speakers
Input Methods
Manufacturer Warranty
Battery Warranty	8 Years / 160000 Km
Vehicle Warranty	3 Years / Unlimited Kms
Telematics
Alexa Compatibility
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Mobile App Features
Emergency Call Button
Remote Engine Start/Stop

Colors
	Black Sapphire Metallic	Polar White
	Sophisto Grey brilliant (metallic)	Obsidian Black
	Mineral White Metallic	High-tech Silver
	Phytonic Blue Metallic	Sodalite Blue
	Aventurine Red metallic	Selenite Grey
	Oxide Grey Metallic
	Storm Bay Metallic