Comparing the BMW iX and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 350 d side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW iX is available at ₹11,999,000, while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 350 d is priced at ₹18,100,000. On the engine front, the BMW iX comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 350 d's 2989 cc, producing 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) and 313 HP respectively. 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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| Battery | 111.5 kWh NMC (xDrive50) / 76.6 kWh (xDrive40) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 2989 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD (Dual Motor) | Rear-wheel drive |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) | — |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 9-speed Automatic |
| Power | 326 bhp (iX xDrive40) / 523 bhp (iX xDrive50) / 611 bhp (iX M60) | 313 HP |
| Starter | Electric | — |
| Torque | 630 Nm (xDrive40) / 765 Nm (xDrive50) / 1100 Nm (M60) | 650 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 111.5 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~35 min (10-80%) / AC: ~11 hours (22 kW) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC (200 kW) | — |
| Range | 630 km - WLTP (xDrive50) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - Adaptive Regen (B mode) | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 500 Litres + 80 L frunk | 540 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3150 kg | 2765 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm | — |
| Kerb Weight | 2530 kg (xDrive50) | 2110 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4953 mm / 1967 mm / 1696 mm | — |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | — |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | — |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Heat Pump | — |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Panoramic Curved Display | — |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Professional | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory + Massage) | — |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | — |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key Plus | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | — |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Microfibre / Veganza / Merino Leather | — |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound (30-Speaker) | — |
| Sunroof | Sky Lounge Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | — |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - Integrated LED | — |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight Headlamps | — |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 255/50 R21 (front) / 275/45 R21 (rear) | — |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | — |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels | — |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | — |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | — |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | — |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive + ADB | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Surround View | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | — |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Mineral WhiteBlack SapphireArctic Race BlueSophisto GreyStorm BayAlpine WhiteDark GraphiteAventurin Red MetallicDune Grey | Verde SilverVelvet BrownEmerald GreenObsidian BlackOpalite White |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
