2024 BMW X7 vs Mercedes GLS Review - $150,000 Luxury SUV Battle
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ธ.ค. 2023
- 2024 GLS 580 vs X7 m60i review by The Straight Pipes. The 2024 BMW X7 is putting down 523 Horsepower and 533 Lb Ft of torque from a 4.4L Twin Turbo V8 with a 48V mild hybrid system. The 2024 Mercedes GLS is putting down 510 horsepower and 538 lb-ft of torque from a 4 L Twin Turbo V8 with a 48V Mild Hybrid. With the GLS at $160,635 CAD and the X7 at $156,900 CAD, would you take the X7 or the GLS?
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I love the refreshed GLS…and test drove it along with the x7…the only thing that was better about the GLS was the ride quality and ambient lighting….however the x7 was better in every other way.
That's because they didn't call the big daddy GLS63😏
And the GLS interior build and material quality is so bad. The bottom half of the doors are horrible hard plastic and some pieces of trim isn't even well fitting.
@@SDav21 bcz they use to much money for suspension, massage sits and overall better mechanics than the bmw
@@Sky-dt1zv no excuse for 150k there should be no compromise
@@Sky-dt1zv no excuse. And actually, the BMW rides better over smaller sharper bumps and the mechanics are better. The BMWs engine is more powerful and will definitely be more efficient.
BMW X7 for me.. more value for your money, higher quality materials, and better driving dynamics. I also think it looks better, though I liked the pre LCI more. Mercedes are very unreliable, BMW is 3rd most reliable according to consumer reports. I’ve had both, I can say BMW is more reliable
Not u listen to consumer reports. That’s sad.
And your leasing these or not keeping them long. Who cares what is more reliable. It’s literally a non factor.
Had 4 BMWs and 3 Mercs, and actually had way fewer issues with the Mercs
@@Natethegreat200c Yes it is a factor, some people like to finance their cars instead of leasing them.
@@heinman6250 The older Mercedes were very reliable, and the older BMWs weren’t. Now it’s vise versa
The BMW might have a polarizing redesign, but at least its distinguishable from the previous generation. GLS next to a 2019, spot the difference
I have an X7 M60i. Feels way less of a boat than the GLS. Plus, the interior quality of the BMW is just way better than Mercedes, though Merc has more flash.
Well said.
sure.. time to wake up buddy. it is school time
mom is calling
@@MyAlexWest why do you not believe that he has an X7? Is it because you can’t afford it and jealous?
yo 15 year old cringe boy, learn that stupid rgb doesnt equal luxury, bmw just uses better materials than merc deal with it@@MyAlexWest
The interior quality is identical having driven both.
I had a GLS loved it for its comfort, but a dang boat. then i got the X7 by far better than the GLS, X7 is more sporty still provides the luxury comfort and quietness. both cars have been super reliable. never had any issues. X7 always for me a winner..
We had an x5 and ml350 back in 2012. Both 2011 model year, both diesels.
A lot has changed since then I'm sure but one thing we can say, the x5 was a much better vehicle than the ml350 in terms of build quality, performance and comfort. Outside of the S class and a few other more bespoke platforms from benz (GTC,GTR, SL, G Class) it seems like BMW just makes better vehicles.
I’ve spent a lot of time driving the current X5 M60i and GLE53, and I have to disagree.
How could u forget the legendary 6.2l amg c63 rwd 2009 . That was very special
Sadly, Mercedes has regressed in terms of quality. I agree, BMW makes better cars overall.
nah.@@heinman6250
End in 2022, BMW was tied for 3rd in reliability with Mazda, only beating by Lexus and Toyota. 2023, they dropped to 9th, which is still impressive given all the tech they put in the cars. Mercedes on the other hand, was bottom 5 in 2022, and now they're 29th out of 30 major car brands for 2023. Source : Consumers Report - Annual Most Reliable Car Brand
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Gents, love the review and the channel. Making Halton Region proud!
X7 all day! The GLS looks like every other 3 row SUV with the classy look. That X7 is in your face and demands attention!
I own the 2024 BMW X7 M60i and love the sportiness of the vehicle. The exhaust alone stomps that GLS.
The fake, pumped-in exhaust noise stomps the GLS?
@@rbarbetta1978it’s a 4.4 V8. It’s obviously going to sound good.
@@user-zb6ez4jl3u If it's obviously going to sound good... then why do they play fake sound through the car speakers?
That’s false information.
the gls isn’t an amg, u can’t really compare the two
X7 all the way, the GLS design always seemed boring to me
The Hole temp, then cupholder, then visor test. Love the new format!
I never liked the X7 but would pick it over the boring Mercedes design.
You crazy gang, the Benz clean and wide and love the wheel fenders
Boring? You mean classy and timeless? The x7 will look dated next year.
Elegant commanding and timeless for me.
Whoever thinks the Mercedes doesn't look 10 years old hasn't been to a Mercedes dealer since the recession
@@MMOchAForPrezthis a joke? 😂 have you seen the 2008 gl or the 2013 even? They look significantly dated and worse compared to the new one, which is definitely a more timeless design. Coming from someone who used to work at a MB dealer. The one thing is the new grille, the silver finish and those slats certainly feel older than say gloss or matte black, but it doesn’t look 10 years old, generally speaking. It will certainly look better over time than the X7
I wouldn't say MB is crushing it with interior lighting. It's way too much and gaudy. I like ambient lighting a lot, but not to strip club levels. BMW's is perfect.
That blue on the X7 looks amazing!
Alpina is now sold on the BMW website and is no longer just an aftermarket tuner thus the Alpina XB7 competes with the GLS 63. The Alpina is the winner. Yes, Fan Man mode is activated.
@RPYMCMB Ya I seen an Alpina XB7 in White on Autotrader it looked incredible
Great video loved it👌👌👌
There is a AMG inetriour trim option (ca. 2k) for the GLS wich may come with AMG floor mats, but the GLS in the comparison had this option not, otherways the wood trim would be carbon instead. May be some one at the dealership just put the false floor mats in the car.
I wish BMW does away with the split DRL and headlight design on the X7. The tail lamps look a bit simple too. Still would choose the X7 over the GLS.
X7 is a great car in terms of quality and driving dynamics. A few negatives, ,lack of ability to unluck keyless-ly on rear doors and no dedicated buttons for hvac, having to scroll thru menus on the touch screen. Lastly, the front of the X7 reminds me of the over the top car they drove on the Chevy Chase Vacation movie. The X5 is a fantastic looking car, too bad the X7 doesn't look like a bigger version of that. Thanks for a great review.
We have the 2019 x7 40i with the keyless for four doors and without a GPF it pops and bang sometimes. I think lack of some specs is due too chip shortage
Great review!! I still think that the M version of the BMW makes it no super straight comparison
Its not a pure M version like the X6M for example, its just a slightly sportier version of the X7. The merc here is also doing the same thing with the GLS 53 package which is the slight performance package right before the GLS63. The X7 M60 is the M340i of the X7 and not the M3
Awesome review. The X7, like all bimmers, is a drivers car. Both are so awesome. However, the Benz's middle row seats, despite being roomy, has a bench that's angled too backward; very uncomfortable for taller passangers. The benz is quite unsettled over bumpy roads with body lean round the bends. All in all, it comes to driver preference. I test drove both. And yep, I bought the 2023 X7. Best all round automobile I've ever had. For context I've owned ever new model sclass since 2013.
Because you never have a Lexus😂try Lexus TX or LX never again you gone buy BMW or Mercedes
@@draganignjatov7291Ahh, yes, the rebadged Land Cruiser. Famed for being so outdated.
@@H.K_R X7 150,000$ 👏👏👏👏👏👏come on for 150,000$ you can used Urus
@@draganignjatov7291 I would rather drive an X7 than a tricked up Audi RSQ8 that has a name that sounds like something that you’d speak to your doctor about.
@@H.K_R So what you want to say to only German car is “Car”other is what🤷♂️
X7 all day!
6:55 That’s so weird because my family’s 2015 X5 has the proximity lines on all 4 door handles, not just the front two lines
Good video
The X7 without the M body (luxury package) looks way better than the Mercedes. Yuri is right, in white the X7 is awesome.
Got a 2023 X7 40i M sport plenty fast with the B58 and pretty nice.
TUXMATs arrived today for my Carbon Black Alpina!
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Just noticed that Continental only sells the rear tire size for the X7 m60i but not the front tire size. Kind of weird. Where do people go that has both front and rear tires?
Doesn’t the keyless system on bmw work without touching the car? At least the 3 series has that afaik
Note: Captain's Chairs or a bench seat for the second row are BOTH available on both the MB and BMW, it just depends on how you order it.
Yes
@@TheStraightPipesMercedes gls, BMW x7, range rover 7seater or Cadillac escalade;
Can yall pleeeease do a review on the A4 Allroad been subbed for 5 years or more & never have yet seen one
Had a 2019 X7 M50i and we did not have black wheels but man I wish we did. Those big ass M Brakes make instant and a lot of brake dust and any chrome wheels instantly start to get black dust all over them. Just ordered a 25 X7 M60i and we went with the 22” black wheels. Can’t wait!
NEVER thought I would like the split lights on the newer BMW cars but I don't mind it on the X7 😅
You serious? It looks like someone with a major birth defect with 4 eyes
I’m a BMW fan but man that X7 is ugly
The ride is great
Do you know there’s XM model ?
Thanks for the review, guys. I JUST bought a brand spankin' new 2024 X7 xDrive40i with the M sport package. Love the Merc GLS 450, too...can't go wrong either way. I guess I liked the "M" styling and handling. I also like the slimmer headlights on the 24 X7, personal preference, I guess. Anyway, lots of fun watching your videos, seems like you both enjoy it.
I'm taking the X7 for sure.. Both are very close to each other luxury and performance wise, but the GLS while yes it's classy, it's getting to the point of where it just looks boring. Especially next to the way more agressive looking X7.
in engine performance theyre similar, but the x7 sticks to the road better and doesnt slide around in the snow
I'll take "boring" over that front end disaster any day.
@@DeuceDeuceBravo its a bmw, its supposed to be ridiculous and in your face. the gls is classy except for that huge grille and matte black plastic fascia
Calling a GLS classy is pretty wild😂 classier than the BMW though
@@gunterlauch2264 yeah maybe not in white
Class and substance over 'I have to try harder' every time.
So the X7? Great choice 🤌🏿
@@gaara4667 actually, the Audi. 🤪
@@albundy5992 Q7?
@@gaara4667 430 Scuderia.
So now this is the new intro with some man giving a brief description of the vehicle..... I LIKE IT👍👍👍👍
Glad you like it!
Need that lean option in the merc
why do you like wired over wireless carplay?
I dont know why but the gls grill looks so outdated to me.
Mercedes is looking really dated lately in general. Their massive bezels on all their screens. The outdated font and UI in general. They have some decent tech, but the execution is so poor.
Agreed
i concur
The grille of the GLS is giving me Freightliner Cascadia/M2 vibes
Makes sense, since Daimler (Mercedes-Benz parent company) owns Freightliner.
The X7 is going to look better for a longer time.
For that money you can buy almost 2 Lexus GX or LX better cheaper reliable 😂
@@draganignjatov7291in my country Lexus LX is more expensive than GLS and X7
@@draganignjatov7291 Yeah but it doesn't have the same comfort or close to the sportiness of the BMW or any of the Germans for that matter
@@Techtinkerer3D Ok but I don’t think so that not true German cars is not like before Asian cars and Japans car is now much cheaper and better
@@draganignjatov7291 asian luxury cars are better only in terms of reliability (which isnt significantly better than competitors), maintenance costs and because theyre cheaper. genesis somewhat makes a case with great technology and acura with driving dynamics but neither are as compelling as european luxury cars which are better in nearly every way.
I watch all of your videos and have for years!
Thank you Charles
My S580 also has AMG floor mats, not sure why
I work at the plant in Spartanburg SC where we male the X7 so I'm slight biased lol
I like that Zetros style front 😂
The Hole! 😂 best part of the review
No preference for me between these two. I don’t like the changes BMW has made to the headlights. I don’t like BMW’s digital screen implementation. Regarding the Mercedes, I don’t like air intake vents. They look not as bad with the GLS 63’s fascia. My pick would be a pre-refresh BMW because I prefer a more traditional design, inside and out.
This is so interesting, I've sat in quite a few GLS and X7 second and third rows and always found the GLS quite a bit better.
the gls might have slightly more legroom but the x7 has more headroom and is way more luxurious in the 3rd row
The BMW is just wow❤❤❤
Working at a benz dealer, nobody likes the new GLS grill anymore. Night package helps a little but. meh
BMW usually has heated steering wheel hard button mounted low and center on the steering wheel.
I think side by side cars is cool 👌🏾
Definitely the X7
Great rolling shots in this one!
The GLS looks more like a van. It looks very cozy however The BMW X7 is balanced, and you get nore bang for your buck. I purchased the X7
Great video, but where's the new Q7??
next time you do a review like this, try to have both cars in same exterior color, it makes the comparison fair
colors make big difference, the merc looked good in white, white shows car design a lot better
I’ll ask next time!
Just put an order for GLS580 - fully loaded Alpine grey and brown. GLS has rear massage seats, rear tablet center console and a smoother softer ride. I already daily a M850i coupe so for family GLS is no brainer. X7 design is horrible and if you really want that platform, go for Alpina variant.
i think the x7 looks way nicer. to me the gls looks like an outdated minivan and has no presence, the x7s proportions are almost perfect and make it look way smaller than it is. the gls is more luxurious in the 2nd row but the x7 beats the gls in the third and first rows in terms of comfort, technology and quality.
@@smar1208the X7 is more striking, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it looks good. The details are ugly
GLS #1 I’ve had two GL now GLS looking to upgrade to AMG
Yes you have traction control in Mercedes, you can go setting car ESP off or on
Not here. It’s tied to the drive mode
Lucky you, 2 of these super cars for only $150k. In my country in the specs you demonstrated is $260k.
7:14 to 7:25 I like the bmw suv engine rev because is sounds more louder and aggressive
There has, for soo many years been 1 extra cup-holder advantage for BMWs. All of there cup-holders can individually be heated or cooled. No need to share your drink preferance with anyone else...
Did I miss it or did you not say which sound system rocked harder?
They’re both great
If you guys dont get a Cybertruck im going to be very disappointed. Also, if you dont give it an amazing review ill be very disappointed. Nothing else matters until your impending Cybertruck review. Please focus all of your efforts on this, its very important. Have a nice day! And thanks for all your hard work, you guys are awesome and I'm living vicariously through you.
I'm a Merc fanboy but I'd get the X7, for the fact I'm a very aggressive driver!
That X7 is just beautiful in that blue
Btw it has amg floor mats because the gls is configured with the amg appearance package
I would totally rock a turbo four cylinder hybrid X7.
I love my X7 m60i... I highly recommend it. Traded from the 750 and I'm glad that I did.
I'm surprised that both of these large German SUVs have less interior room than a VW Atlas. I'm 6'1 and fit in the 3rd row comfortably.
That narrative intro tho.
The AMG mat is for “AMG appearance package” so it looks like a Mercedes trying to pretend to be AMG from factory.
I would pick the BMW x7
Is there a chance you could do a baby seat test in the upcoming videos? It is a really good factor of understanding how much space is left on the back after a baby seat was put backwards.
I will never understand doing handling tests on large SUV's and using that as a benchmark. The GLS is never positioned as sporty by Mercedes
I love that companies like Range Rover, Lexus, Cadillac and Jeep don't even bother with "sporty" handling. They're more focused on comfort and offroad use (even if the first owner won't take their cars offroad).
Have the same colour interior and exterior for comparison n also spec wise so that all will b fair
Whichever a person chooses, they are both great cars
Should’ve waited until you could’ve got the GLS63 or 53. The 580 trim is too mild to compare to the 60i
I'm slightly leaning towards the X7
Review that white xb7 !
those BMW headlights remind me of my mom's Hyundai Kona
They are very Hyundai-esque
Make it make sense. Mercedes reserves their V8's for a car like this SUV and not the new CLE or C63? They have proven they can make big power with 4 cylinders, so why not give those big power engines to cars like this and give the sound and experience of the V8's to the sportscars? IT MAKES NO SENSE.
I wonder if these are a better purchase than a 7 series or an S class nowadays. More utility for the price, similar performance and luxury.
X7 all the way. More of a drivers car
People buy Merc for its bossy logo, it never outdated
These two, along with the SQ7 are definitely solid picks.
SQ7 third row is for kids. Different segment
the SQ7 is not as sporty as the X7 M60 but is a way better family car than these.
@@Techtinkerer3D nope. SQ7 3rd row is only for kids. X7 and GLS are better for family
have you ever get in? Because its really very roomy... @@M_H_H
Need to petition for BMW to bring back angel eyes forever.
I would love to watch a 2024 X5 40i vs 2024 GLE450 🎉
White/light coloured leather are a huge no with kids lol… We just recently got rid of a light coloured interior Merc with kids 😂😂
We test drove the m60 and gls580 and by far liked the bmw, better materials, way more athletic, and less boring to look at
The Merc has HVAC grilles like a ultra-modern grocery store!
I have a 24 x7 n love it way better than the benz n you don't have all the options on the x7 mines loaded n also you can have its own climate in 3rd row n the bowers speakers light with music