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