2024 BMW iX vs. 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW iX

2024 BMW
iX

MSRP*: $87,100 to $111,500
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Picture of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500

2023 Mercedes-Benz
EQE 500

MSRP*: $89,500
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 77.9 ft3 55.0 ft3
Engine
  • 516-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 532-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 402-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 516 - 532 hp 402 hp
Exterior Length 195.0 in 191.5 in
Exterior Width 77.4 in 76.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 40.6 in
Rear 40.6 in
Head Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 39.5 in
Rear 39.4 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 than in the BMW iX, due to its greater head- and legroom. The BMW iX will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the BMW iX will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500.

Dimensions
The BMW iX is a little wider than the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. When looking at overall length, the BMW iX takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500.

Handling
The BMW iX has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW iX has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the BMW iX doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW iX and the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500. With the BMW iX, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500.