2026 BMW X7 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS

2026 BMW X7 driving through the desert

 

2026 BMW X7 Vs. 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS
3 Powertrain Options 3
375 hp Standard Horsepower 375 hp
631 hp Maximum Horsepower 603 hp
14.9-inch central information display Standard Information Display 12.3-inch touchscreen multimedia display
Standard Heated Steering Wheel Available

 

When it comes to refined family vehicles with exhilarating power, both the 2026 BMW X7 and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS are noteworthy options. These SUVs offer 3 rows of generous seating, cutting-edge technology, and elevated comfort that will transform your travels around Shawnee. If you have both models on your research list, continue reading and explore 2 key distinctions between these vehicles. Below, the team at Baron BMW will show you why you should ultimately take home the BMW X7.

2026 BMW X7 Vs. 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS: Performance

While both the GLS and X7 deliver impressive standard horsepower, the BMW SUV produces additional power when equipped with one of its available engines. Its BMW ALPINA Bi-Turbo V8 engine produces up to 631 hp, compared to 603 hp from the GLS’s top powertrain. If you are interested in next-level performance near Leawood, you will find it in the driver’s seat of the X7. Take a closer look at these SUVs’ engine selection here:

2026 BMW X7 Engine Options

  • 3.0L BMW TwinPower Turbo 6-Cylinder Engine: Capable of up to 375 hp
  • 4.4L BMW M TwinPower Turbo V8 Engine:Capable of up to 523 hp
  • 4.4L BMW ALPINA Bi-Turbo V8 Engine: Capable of up to 631 hp

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS Engine Options

  • 3.0L Inline-6 Turbo Engine With Mild Hybrid Drive:Capable of up to 375 hp
  • 4.0L V8 Bi-Turbo Engine With Mild Hybrid Drive: Capable of up to 510 hp
  • Handcrafted AMG® 4.0L V8 Bi-Turbo Engine With Hybrid Assist: Capable of up to 603 hp

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS Vs. BMW X7: Amenities

When you’re inside either of these models, you will have access to a plethora of premium convenience and comfort amenities. However, the 2026 BMW X7 offers a few additional standard features, such as a heated steering wheel and a larger infotainment display, that you will not find in the entry-level Mercedes-Benz GLS. Discover more highlights you’ll unlock in the introductory GLS and X7 trim levels below:

Standard BMW X7 Amenities

  • Automatic 4-zone climate control
  • Heated front seats and armrests
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Power-adjustable, multi-contour front seats
  • BMW Curved Display with configurable 12.3-inch instrument cluster and 14.9-inch central information display
  • Wireless device charging

Standard Mercedes-Benz GLS Amenities

  • Automatic 4-zone climate control
  • Heated front seats
  • Power-adjustable front seats
  • 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster display
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen multimedia display
  • Wireless device charging

Tour The Latest BMW X7 Near Grandview, MO

To experience the sophisticated and powerful BMW X7, make your way over to our showroom in Merriam. For now, if you have any questions, be sure to reach out, and our team will be more than happy to assist you.

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