FLAGSHIP SUV FIGHT! -- 2023 BMW X7 vs. 2023 Mercedes GLS: Comparison
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 มิ.ย. 2024
- Got nearly $100,000 burning a hole in your pocket and want the ultimate luxury SUV?? Well, look no further than the 2023 BMW X7 40i and the 2023 Mercedes GLS 450! These flagship luxury SUV's represent the best that each german car company is offering, and the features are UNBELIEVABLE! But which 3-row SUV should you pick for the ultimate luxury experience?? Look no further than this comparison: 2023 Mercedes GLS vs. 2023 BMW X7!
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0:00 Intro
0:56 Pricing Comparison
1:43 Exterior Comparison
3:56 Interior & Technology Comparison
8:15 Rear Seats & Cargo Comparison
10:06 Test Drive & Performance Comparison
17:00 Value & Conclusion
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One thing he didn’t touch on was the ridiculous safety features of the GLS. Every time you turn it on, the seat belts pull back slightly so they know the size of the rider to know where to lock to minimize injury. If there’s an accident, the steering wheel pops out of the way, and the speakers play an audible tone which closes your ear drums which prevents ear injury from the sound of a collision. And the most impressive GLS fact….. the GLS started in 2006, 17 years ago, and the number of fatalities from accidents from drivers or passengers in a GLS is ZERO!!
Both good choices. GLS is more stately and elegant. X7 is more sporty and muscular.
If you are looking for a luxury sports SUV, go see Porsche.
@@kevinphillips150 Porsche doesn’t currently offer something even close in size to a GLS or X7. Not comparable.
@@kevinphillips150 Not interested in Porsche 😂😂
@@doggedlydetermined7022 GLS is more muscular than X7
I have purchased 2023 BMW X7, and it is amazing.
Can I please take a ride 😂😂
We just purchased the new 2023 X7. It’s amazing. It takes a little bit of playing around with the new tech, but once you customize it to you - no problems. And the 600 miles to a tank - it’s a pretty nice feature too.
not sure if this applies to you but does it handle well in cold weather?
Don’t you live in area with snow? If so how does it handle?
@@ck_defenderyo😮 can ask to santa
I love this comparison. It’s hard for me to choose but to be honest I love the Mercedes GLS. Keep up the good work.
Can’t wait to receive our BMW. In early September we ordered the M60i version and received the production number the next day. We have yet to receive it, but hopefully it’ll be completed this month.
The X7 is the one I would purchase. It looks the part. Sporty.
yessssss
Love the GLS most
x7 for the look, as only the 7 series have this design. The benz is too common.
Can't go wrong with both, but I like the BMW more!
I actually had to choose between a 2023 GLS 450 and 2023 BMW 40i. It came down to personal preference. We went with the BMW. It had far less body roll; flat round the bends, whisper quiet cabin with better Tech. Plus we got it at MSRP and took 4 weeks order to delivery. The MB was going to take 6 months. Like I said personal preference. Both are awesome SUVs.
The body roll is easily controllable through sport (or individual) mode in GLS btw. I however enjoy the comfort mode with just a tiny body roll which I prefer actually!
For the first time I prefer the Mercedes. Beautiful and in this model, excellent engineering.
I couldn't decide. They're both great cars.
I love this comparison!! I wish we could see more comparison either one of these to New Range rover Vogue sooner😉👍
Range Rover 😂😂😂
Excellent comparison as always!
Thanks!
I just bought a 2018 GLS 550 - and that thing rides like a dream! The best SUV I've ever driven... Period. It's smooth, powerful and pure luxury! I've compared it to BMW X7 also but GLS felt more luxurious to me (both are great SUVs)
The X7 looks great no doubt. But I'll kill for a Mercedes any day and at anytime. I am a Mercedes freak. I love the brand like crazy.
NOTHING beats seeing your reviews and knowing exactly where you are filming. I go past it at least once a week.
Nice. Good to hear from a fellow Lexingtonian!
After owning an RR VOGUE , GLS, and now the 2023 X 7 , got to say nothing is built like a BMW . Went for a long drive it felt very luxurious and had technology that can't be matched . Got the captain seat layout the kids really enjoy being in this vehicle.
Which SUV would compare in size to the X7? An Explorer? I want something at least that wide. I’m in a full size Range Rover now which is great. I don’t like narrow SUVs so it’s a concern. Thanks!
You guys are knowledgeable,
Since both cars are long, turning radius and rear steering and the angles are very much important.
Please add this feature to your reviews.
Thanks
Very helpful
They are both really nice but I well still choose the x7.
I traded my 2021 Mercedes GLE 350 for a 2023 BMW X7 and I have to say , while the Mercedes was a great all-around car it lacked some options that the BMW has. I’ve owned several Mercedes over the years and they are elegant stately and luxurious. Having said that, my new 2023X7 is hands-down a better driving vehicle with more features and up-to-date tech. It doesn’t feel like I’m driving a bigger vehicle than I had prior, but the ride is more supple and while the Mercedes interior materials feel a little more premium the X7 delivers on comfort and technology!
Got a question. We are thinking about buying GLS but when you owned these Mercedes did they cause any issues? Because I heard some stories about how it had lot of issues.
@@MusicLuv80 I’m also in the market for a GLS - from what I know and have heard; they’re quite reliable, especially when new and under warranty 😂😂😂
@@ph3713 Thanks for the answer. Hopefully the seats are comfortable.
GLS, the moment you turn on the ambient lighting, the Benz kills it on the inside.
Good reviews 👌no bias. Good job 👍
Glad you like them! Thanks!
The benze has so much elegance to it!
We have an X5 and will be adding the X7 after the first of year. We have also had the MB SUV before. One thing you didn't mention is the cost of the maintenance. BMW includes the maintenance for 3 years and the MB doesn't. An oil change in the MB can set you back over $300. Ask me how I know. I just had to pay for my first oil change in the X5 yesterday since our maintenance warranty had expired. It was less than $100.
This is very helpful, Knowing the BMW cost is still cheaper than MB after the 3-year maintenance expires. Thanks!!
Well, it depends on the car model you have mate. You made mention of x5 but didn't specify on the Merc so 🤷
@@bernard5260 None of the MB's come with a maintenance warranty but you can buy one at delivery. it's several thousand dollars.
X7 all day, GLS looks too plain but it has the advantage with the rear space
Agreed
If you’re not fan of the MB plain part get yourself the AMG and you’ll definitely change your mind.
BMW yessssssss
We love our X7, which we chose after driving both. Great very comfortable luxury vehicles. We liked the X7 better because of the exterior design, the smoother quieter ride, and the interior design, dash and shifter design that we found nicer than the GLS, and the B52 engine. After the facelift, we would have a hard time choosing the X7 over the GLS. Great review as always.
I am Mercedes benz biggest fan but on this one I would love to give all my compliments to BMW style wise 😉
We are Mercedes people, moreover we never liked BMWs, but here after X7 facelift we actually like x7 better …. Wow
Does the X7 headlight resembles Hyundai Palisade headlight?
I don’t know which one I would pick, I like both of them
Get the GLS
X7 for me
Hello everybody , Ahmad from Dubai 🇦🇪❤️
I have both for the past 2 generations of these, Benz is my favorite you have a feeling that youre flying, as they mentioned like riding in a cloud, bmw ride are stiff though.
IF you want to show off, just buy GLS. X7 IS simply a better SUV.
😅 Ya
BMW for the win !! ❤
I switched from GLS to X7 and the experience has been amazing. X7 is by far a better daily. A better drivers SUV!!
I also switched fro the GLS to the X7 and I agree with you. I enjoy driving my X7.Also I prefer the sportier looking vehicle.
Gls for me I’m a Benz user 😂
Well if I could actually afford either of these beautiful machines I would choose the X7 for the look and performance. MB looks outdated to me
Brilliant!
Depreciation should be factored in. Which one retains its value better after 3 years?
One thing I forgot to mention in my previous comment regarding trading in my Mercedes for the new BMW X7 is the seats of the X7 are far above the Mercedes, and comfort and maneuverability. There perhaps the most comfortable seats of any car I’ve ever owned! That’s a big deciding factor. Mercedes tends to have flat seat bottom as well the X7 is more bolstered and plush
Definitely agree. My dads 2021 gls has really basic seats which are similar to the a class seats
Interior quality isn’t anywhere near as good either
I have never been a fan of the Mercedes interior design with the big air vents and grab handles. The sportier BMW X7 exterior and the better (subjective) interior design makes it a winner for me. We chose the X7 and absolutely love it.
No wireless Apple CarPlay is a dealbreaker so I copped 2023 BMW X7
GLS has apple carplay
@@Chansupanot version 2 which is wireless
I’d take the X7 all day long
My dad has a 2021 gls and the interior is a bit of a disappointment
MB is for older people
@@normanchan1099 be that as it may, newer MB’s are a disappointment
As of 2025 all Amg models will be 4 cylinders except for amg and sl55
BMW styling looks better to me.
Great side by side comparison review. 2023 X7 has a better interior value but Benz has always been solid for me. Two month wait now for my 2023 GLS but it’ll be here soon. Keep it up!
Thanks! Congrats on your upcoming GLS!
I received my X7 in 2 weeks:)
THE X 6 COUPE IS JUST BETTER LOOKING BUT I STILL LIKE THE X 7 AWESOME VIDEO THANKS FOR YOUR HARD WORK PEACE
awesome review guys, X7 all the way 😀😀
Bought the X7 NOT disappointed!!
I’m getting the x7 .. I ordered it for my birthday resent
Happy Birthday!!
After test driving both. We purchased the 2024 X7 last week and love it! 😍
Congrats on your new X7!
BMW X7 looks attractive and muscular ...My fvt ❣️💪
Great review! I’d choose the bmw, The X7 has nicer interior you can see it with the leather and extra touches.
Thanks!
I got a 2020 GLE 450.... love it. I think the GLS is a little too big for downtown living.
X7 > GLS
Own a gls 2020 before and now I own bmw x7 2023 honestly x7 is different bread nice and sporty both in one
Different BREAD? Is it white, wheat or sourdough? 😂
So I have had a GLS 450 for about 14 months and it's everything the review talks about. The only problem is that there have been many electrical issues and it's spent probably close to 2 full months (not all at once) over the past 14 in the shop. The third row seat motors had to be replaced and were not working at delivery, the head unit for the radio had to be replaced after bringing it in several times and last week the 48 volt battery, 12 volt battery, and rearview camera all had to be replaced. The car only has 17,000 miles and these are all significant issues. It is enough that I'm looking to potentially switch the cars out for the X7 hoping the reliability is better. Again, GLS, great car, wife loves it but reliability issues right from the factory. Obviously everything was covered under warranty but we also could not get a loaner most of the time and it is frustrating paying for a car you can't drive. Just keep it in mind
Mercedes reliability has been 3rd rate for years while BMW has been and still is among the very best.
I like the way you review cars
Thanks!
How does he call it an investment? It's a depreciating asset 🤔
You have to think in terms of purchase in the name of a company. The depreciation deduction reduces tax liability by a lot, moreover going with the buy back plan, you never truly own it, it’s like a lease of 3 years and then you sell the car back and get a new one and continue paying the monthly emi which are almost 40% less in the buy back plan as you only pay back around 50% of the cost of the car. Plus if you get a better price you can pay the car and sell it on your own for better value. The ownership cost is very less in this way moreover for certain professionals and businesses this is an investment as it helps with appearances in front of clients.
X Seven is much more luxurious, more comfortable gls is more sportier and more elegant
Personally feel BMW are for driving enthusiasts and Mercedes are mainly chauffeur driven😊
I love my 2023 BMW X7 but disappointed at the same time. After 2 months of driving it my brake module went out , my car is sitting at the shop for 1 1/2 months now and no parts available to fix it
GLS looks more luxurious, X7 looks more sporty. Personally, I like the GLS.
For me the physical ac controls on the MB males it a winner.
Both are great. It all comes to personal preference towards the brands.
But the new Range Rover is a jaw dropping wow. Neither of these looks as elegant as the New Range Rover. Expensive though 😢
I personally drove BMW coupe for 10+ years. If it is a coupe has to be BMW. But for suv anything is fine. Maybe gls for a change of taste and experience. But if I can afford definitely will go for the New Range Rover
I'll perfur both of these German SUV's bro.
We love our X7
I have had both, a 2014 GLS and a 2020 x7. The fit and finish of X7 light years ahead of MB
Well your x7 is 6 years newer, hardly a fair comparison?
@Richard Smith I don't get why most are comparing the old versions of Mercedes to newer models.
2014 to a 2020 vehicle 🤦🤦🤦🤦
Great review as always. I prefer the GLS
Thank you!
You cited internal noise/ decibel reading as a poss. concern at 50+dcb. You failed to mention that there is an option for noise dampening glass that helps with noise canceling from outside noises. Problem solved.🤷♂️
Having owned both cars for at least 8 months I would say the gls is better for families and stuff because of the larger leg space so children don’t fight and trunk space for strollers. Also the gls has more safety features so if you worried about you kids getting hurt in a car accident I would go for gls
Great review I would take the GLS based on looks and elegance…
Thanks, Brad!
Hey. Look at the CarPlay at gls, not wireless not full screen. Just avoid😂
Are these both made in the U.S?
Yes, they are. Alabama and South Carolina.
These two seem to occupy this class alone. The Big 3 dwarf these in size, while something like a Q7 or MDX seems to be outclassed by these, even in their base forms.
Tough choices here. On the one hand, the BMW seems to merge luxury and sport seamlessly, and once you get past the controversial front end(which doesn't seem like it will age well), the refresh seems to have done the trick. On the other, MB has had experience in this class since 2007 and it shows. The supple smoothness, imperceptible integration of the EQ-Boost system, the more stately/elegant styling, and more luxurious interior environment are tough to overcome. There are no losers here, as any owner will be pampered in either. But the MB does look as expensive as it is, while the BMW seems to be doing too many things at once.
Totally Agree, but there is a difference when you take them both off road. The MB has an edge, probably because of the many years of experience in this field competing with Range Rover.
Mercedes Benz looks more luxurious while the BMW has a more sporty look. Space is the main purpose for this segment and the GLS has a bigger space and riding comfort.
That's the thing... i can't get pass that front end... so it's the GLS for me
Q7 and MDX are not close to this class. The two compete with the smaller GLS and X5.
@@ChevBling prefer the x7 front end because the grill. I wish the regular GLS had the Maybach style grill. The regular grill looks cheap to me, but it's not really that big of a deal.
X7 headlights are still a deal breaker for me
X7 !
For outright luxury I would pick the GLS.
Both vehicles are in a class of their own, only the Mercedes has more of the flair of a retirement car, which is why I chose the X7 M60i.😎
Bmw's interior uses more high quality materials and the fit and finish is better
My dad bought the gls63 a year and have to two years ago. There are faster SUVs you can buy the money that you save. Buying it you can add a lowering kit like you did and exhaustand you can pay brabus to tune it it's perfect size if u ask me
How does the Mercedes Maybach compare?
You chose the X7 with the black out trims, but didn’t do the same with the GLS, albeit it was other of the amg trims.
Also, the grading was a bit odd, you favored the X7 more than the GLS.
I’d choose the X7 over the GLS for the exterior, and the interior of the GLS over the X7.
There's no contest. The X7 blows the GLS out the water all day, everyday.
BMW not reliability
@@KJB9566 neither is king in reliability tho 😂
@@KJB9566 bmw king
For me i will go for x7
X7 wins this comparison.It's more elegant, more sexy, more sportier of the two nd drives better
No cup holders in the back of the x7.
GLS needs a new look now( Yesterday)
Agreed . Boring
Great and informative review! I prefer the GLS❤
Thanks!
X7 makes the GLS look dated. I’d go BMW.
It doesn't matter the gls is good with tech, reliability, and speed.
Gls is wayyyyy over the X7 the x7 literally had to copy the gls interior just to keep up and still failed 🤣👎🏾
@@kirmunna762cope harder 😂
Naah the gls makes the x7 look small. I loved how spacious it looked when he was driving it compared to the x7. The sides of gls look huge, elegant, and dominant and more expensive compared to the x7.
I'll just choose the gls.
How can it look dated when x7 copied GLS interior and GLS came out 3 years ago ….?
You forgot to mention that BMW has phone as a key which after owning a Tesla is a super convenient feature. You never have to look for your key fob again. MB does not have it.
16:40 I don't believe you! I suspect BMW was better and you don't want to upset the guys who gave you the vehicle 😂
As always BMW are for people who can't afford the Benz or kids which cannot afford these neither but love them in the used market place
Lol you're silly
@@Sergesedd22 it's okay if you like to be seen as 2nd
@Canyons Carver lol i see you're basic af. You're dismissed, dude. Take care and happy holidays!!! 🤗
As a fan of both BMW and Mercedes, I’d have to say that the exterior of the BMW looks best but the interior of the GLS looks much much better. There’s just more luxury. I’d purchase the GLS due to the amount of space it has over the bmw.
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GLS for me!
Gls all the way
The Harmon Kardon sounds great?? 😂