Comparing the BMW 7 Series and the Mercedes-Benz V-Class side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW 7 Series is available at ₹14,999,000, while the Mercedes-Benz V-Class is priced at ₹8,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW 7 Series comes with a 2998 cc (740i) / 4395 cc (760i) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz V-Class's 1950 cc, producing 375 bhp (740i) / 544 bhp (760i xDrive) and 237 bhp @ 3800 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 12.0 kmpl (approx) for the BMW 7 Series versus 14.2 kmpl (est.) for the Mercedes-Benz V-Class. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 2998 cc (740i) / 4395 cc (760i) | 1950 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / xDrive AWD (760i) | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 Petrol Inline-6 / 4.4L N63B44 V8 TwinPower Turbo | 2.0L OM654 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 Litres | 70 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 12.0 kmpl (approx) | 14.2 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 (740i) / 8 (760i) | 4 |
| Power | 375 bhp (740i) / 544 bhp (760i xDrive) | 237 bhp @ 3800 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 500 Nm (740i) / 750 Nm (760i) | 500 Nm @ 1600-2400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 500 Litres | 1410 Litres (all seats removed) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 3200 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 120 mm | 173 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2150 kg | 2250 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5391 mm / 1950 mm / 1544 mm | 5370 mm / 1928 mm / 1899 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 / 8 |
| Wheelbase | 3215 mm (LWB) | 3430 mm (Extralong) |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (Integral Active Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone + Rear 4-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control (4 separate AC zones) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ACTIVE DRIVING ASSISTANT PROFESSIONAL + L3 Highway Assist | Yes - DISTRONIC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - All 4 Seats (Massage + Heating + Cooling) | Yes - Captain Seats |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display + Theatre Screen (31.3-inch rear) | 10.25-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Soft Close Doors | Yes - Power Sliding Doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual 4-Zone | Yes - Individual 4-Zone |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - Executive Lounge Rear Seating | Yes - Executive Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Merino Leather / Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (36-Speaker) | Burmester 12-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes - Front & Rear | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Selective Beam Laserlight LED | LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Auto Folding + Camera | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (Sedan) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/50 R19 (front) / 275/45 R19 (rear) | 235/55 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 21-inch M Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 9 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + ADB + xDrive | Yes - ESP |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - Surround View 3D + Remote Park | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireMineral WhiteTanzanite BlueFrozen GreyAventurine RedM Brooklyn Grey metallicOxide Grey metallicDravit Grey metallicM Carbon Black metallic | Obsidian BlackHigh Tech SilverAlpine GreyVintage blueArctic WhiteSteel BlueHyacinth RedSodalite BlueGraphite GreyRock Crystal White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.6 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
