BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Last Updated: September 9, 2026

BMW 7 Series price starts at Rs. 1.83 Crore, which is Rs. 37.00 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mercedes-Benz S-Class, priced at Rs. 2.20 Crore. In terms of mileage, the 7 Series offers a claimed 12.1 kmpl, while the S-Class delivers 115 km/charge kmpl. On the performance front, the 7 Series uses a 2993cc engine producing 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm and the S-Class a 2999cc engine producing 429.12bhp. If you're deciding between the 7 Series and S-Class, the S-Class is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the 7 Series stands out for affordability.

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7 Series vs S-Class Comparison Summary

Specification BMW 7 SeriesMercedes-Benz S-Class
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.83 CroreRs. 2.20 Crore
Mileage 12.1 kmpl115 km/charge kmpl
Engine 2993 cc2999 cc
Max power 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm429.12bhp
Top speed 250 Km/h250 Km/h

7 Series vs S-Class Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW 7 Series 740d M SportMercedes-Benz S-Class S 450e
Rating
40 reviews
5 reviews
Brand Name BMW Mercedes-Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.83 Crore Check On Road Price Rs. 2.20 Crore Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2993 cc 2999 cc
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars SedanAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm 429.12bhp
No Of Cylinders 6 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed 9-Speed
Drive Type RWD RWD
Colors
BMW 7 Series Colors
Mercedes Benz S-Class Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) Not Available 115 km/charge kmpl
Boot Space 540 Liters 345 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Not Available
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
EMI
Rs. 3,54,005 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 4,25,579 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 7.35 Lakh 7 Series Insurance Rs. 8.78 Lakh S-Class Insurance
Brochure
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Displacement
2993 cc
2999 cc
Engine Type
B57 turbo I6
3.0-litre M256 Evo inline-6 turbo-petrol
Engine Displacement
2993 cc
2999 cc
Max Power
375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm
429.12bhp
Range
Not Available
115 km/charge
Max Torque
520Nm@1850-5000rpm
680Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed
9-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Kerb Weight
1915 Kg
2465 Kg
Turbo Charger
Yes
Not Available
Mild Hybrid
Yes
4
Fast Charging
Not Available
Yes
Charging Time (A.C)
Not Available
2 hrs 25 mins-11kW (0%-100%)
Charging Time (D.C)
Not Available
20 Min-60kW (10%-80%)

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
0-100 kmph
4.7 Sec
5.7 Sec
Fuel Capacity
74 Liters
67 Liters
Top Speed
250 Km/h
250 Km/h
Mileage (City)
12.1 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
16.55 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
Not Available
115 km/charge kmpl

Alloy Wheel Size Front
255/40 R21
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
285/35 R21
Not Available
steeringGearType
rack and pinio
Not Available
Suspension Front
3
3
Suspension Rear
4
4
Brakes Front
ventilated disc
Not Available
Brakes Rear
ventilated disc
Not Available
Steering Type
power
Electric
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Radial Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Additional Interior Features
M Sport Package with BMW individual interior, Interior equipment( M Leather Steering Wheel in New 3-Spoke Design in Walknappa Leather, M badge on steering wheel rim, Individual leather 'Merino’ upholstery, M Headliner Anthracite.), Climate comfort laminated glass and windscreen, Glass application ‘CraftedClarity’ for interior elements, Ambient Light with 15 colours, Interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Instrument Panel, door shoulder and central door trim covered with Artificial Leather, Welcome Light Carpet, BMW Interaction Bar (Backlit design element in crystalline glass styling with facet cut, Dynamic illumination possible in 15 ambient lighting colours.), 5.5” Touch controlled displays in both rear doors, Fine-wood trim oak mirror finish grey-metallic high-gloss, "Upholstery (BMW Individual Leather ‘Merino’ Amarone, BMW Individual Leather ‘Merino’ Smo
Not Available
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Yes
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
12.3
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
Yes
Not Available
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights
Not Available
Interior Lighting
Ambient light
Not Available
Dual Tone Body Colour
Yes
Not Available
Leather Seats
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Digital Cluster
Not Available
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Yes
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
540
Not Available
Seating Capacity
5
Not Available
Doors
4
Not Available
Boot Space
540 Liters
345 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Trunk Opener
Remote
Not Available
Additional Exterior Features
M Sport Package with BMW individual Exterior, Exterior equipment(Radiator grille frame in Chrome, Door sill trim panels in Black high-gloss, M identification on the sides, Illuminated door sills with aluminium inserts and M inscription, M sport brake, dark blue metallic, M high-gloss shadow line), BMW Crystal Headlights Iconic Glow (Integration of Swarovski crystals into the daytime driving lights,Welcome & Goodbye staging function with dynamic sparkling, Integrated Adaptive LED cluster equipped with High-Beam Assistant), Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function on driver side, mirror heating, memory and integrated LED turn indicators, BMW ‘Iconic Glow’ illuminated Kidney Grille, Soft-Close function for side doors, Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge with integrated LED light graphics, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Exterior Colours (Oxide Grey (metallic),Black Sapp
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Not Available
Wheel Covers
Not Available
No
ORVM
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Not Available
Hands-Free
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Not Available
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Sun Roof
Yes
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Outside Temperature Display
Yes
Not Available
Heated Wing Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Outside Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Trunk Light
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
5391*2192*1544 mm3
5304*1321*1503 mm3
Wheelbase
3019 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
136 mm
Not Available
No. Of Doors
4
Not Available

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Addtional Comfort Features
Intelligent electric all-wheel drive with variable torque distribution, Adaptive 2-axle Air Suspension, BMW Driving Experience Control with BMW My Modes (Modes: PERSONAL, SPORT (incl. SPORT PLUS), EFFICIENT, EXPRESSIVE, RELAX, ART, THEATRE), Servotronic Steering Assist Integral Active Steering – Rear Wheel Steering, Automatic operation of tailgate, Comfort Access System - Automatic locking and unlocking with smartphone, Power socket (12V) x 1(front and rear), Type-C ports x 4(front and rear), BMW Iconic Sounds Electric controlled by My Modes, Executive Lounge Rear Console (Luxurious centre armrest design with glass surfaces and facet cut, Elaborate seam pattern on armest surface, Wireless Charging tray for rear passengers), Multifunctional seats for driver and front passenger with (Active seat ventilation, Lumbar support, Massage function, Electrical adjustment for backrest, width, sea
Not Available
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Rear Curtain
Available
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
Theatre Screen with:( 31.3” ultra-wide format in 32:9 with 8K resolution, Amazon Fire TV Ecosystem, Theatre mode, HDMI interface for external content, e.g.: TV sticks, mobile phones, games console, computer, Display can be electrically folded and moved for maximum distance from the eyes), Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system (18 Speaker system with 4 head restraint integrated speakers, 2 central bass speakers & 2 impulse compensated bass speakers in front doors with the output of 655 Watts), Optional equipment (Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System (35 Speaker system, 8 head restraint integrated speakers, 4D Audio, Total system output 1965 Watts)
Burmester 4D High-End Surround Sound System
Smart Entry
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
Available
Massage Seats
Front & Rear
Rear
Memory Functions For Seat
Front & Rear
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
All
Autonomous Parking
Full
Not Available
Drive Modes
3
Not Available
Internal Storage
Yes
Not Available
No of Speakers
24
31
Rear Entertainment System
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Not Available
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Power Boot
Yes
Not Available
USB Ports
Available
Available
Additional Features
M Sport Package with BMW individual Exterior, Exterior equipment(Radiator grille frame in Chrome, Door sill trim panels in Black high-gloss, M identification on the sides, Illuminated door sills with aluminium inserts and M inscription, M sport brake, dark blue metallic, M high-gloss shadow line), BMW Crystal Headlights Iconic Glow (Integration of Swarovski crystals into the daytime driving lights,Welcome & Goodbye staging function with dynamic sparkling, Integrated Adaptive LED cluster equipped with High-Beam Assistant), Exterior mirrors foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function on driver side, mirror heating, memory and integrated LED turn indicators, BMW ‘Iconic Glow’ illuminated Kidney Grille, Soft-Close function for side doors, Panorama glass roof Sky Lounge with integrated LED light graphics, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, Exterior Colours (Oxide Grey (metallic),Black Sapp
Burmester 4D High-End Surround Sound System
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front & Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Not Available
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
Yes
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Audio System Remote Control
Yes
Not Available
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Not Available
Power Door Locks
Yes
Not Available
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes
Not Available
WiFi Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Dolby Atmos
Not Available
Available
Compass
Yes
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
14.9
14.4 inch
Adjustable Front Passenger Seat
Yes
Not Available
Lumbar Support
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
No
No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Not Available
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
13.1
Air Quality Control
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Not Available
Hands Free Tailgate
Yes
Not Available
Rear Touchscreen
Not Available
Yes
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Front & Rear
Front
Active Noise Cancellation
Yes
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Powered Seats
Not Available
Front and Rear
Cooled Glovebox
Yes
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
Not Available
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Not Available
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Front
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Rear
Yes
Not Available
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Not Available
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
Moon Roof
Yes
Not Available

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Yes
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Yes
Not Available
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Not Available
360 View Camera
Yes
Not Available
Crash Sensor
Yes
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Not Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Not Available
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
Yes
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lights Front
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lights Rear
Yes
Not Available
Side Impact Beams
Yes
Not Available
Front Impact Beams
Yes
Not Available
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Not Available
Seat Belts
Yes
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Yes
Not Available
No of Airbags
7
15
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go Function, Auto-Closing Doors, Parking Assistant Professional including (Surround View Camera, Reversing Assistant, Remote 3D View, Fully Remote Parking via smartphone), Drive Recorder, Anti Theft Recorder,BMW ID,BMW Digital Key Plus with (Locking and unlocking as well as starting the vehicle using a compatible smartphone, Key card with NFC technology), Fully configurable colour Head-Up display, Crash-active head restraint, Active Protection with Attentiveness Assistant, Airbags: (Airbags for steering wheel hub, driver and front passenger, Side airbags for driver and front passenger, Head airbags, front and rear, Central airbag for driver), Dynamic braking lights, Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Electric Parking Brake with auto hold function, Rear doors with mechanical childproof
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Both
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Not Available
Rear Camera
Yes
3
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Yes
Not Available

Automatic Emergency Braking
Not Available
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
Yes

Find My Car Location
Yes
Not Available
Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Remote Horn Light Control
Yes
Not Available
Remote Engine Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Remote Climate Control
Yes
Not Available
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
Yes
Tow Away Alert
Not Available
Yes

grossWeight
Not Available
3070 kg

Is Mercedes-Benz S-Class Better Than BMW 7 Series?

100% users have chosen Mercedes-Benz S-Class over BMW 7 Series in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 53 users have also rated Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort and features in your car. But BMW 7 Series is better on the grounds of mileage, maintenance and safety.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor S-Class 7 Series
Mileage 3.0 3.8
Performance 5.0 4.7
Comfort 5.0 4.3
Maintenance 2.0 3.8
Safety 4.0 4.3
Features 5.0 3.5
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Q. How it is comparing with mercedes S class 450 4matic?
  • Both the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class S450 4MATIC are premium luxury sedans with automatic transmissions and powerful 3.0-litre engines. The BMW 7 Series offers slightly higher power (375 bhp) and torque (520 Nm) with a kerb weight of 1915 kg, while the S-Class delivers 362 bhp and 500 Nm torque with AWD and a kerb weight of 1980 kg. BMW provides a larger boot (540 L) and marginally lower ground clearance (136 mm), whereas the S-Class features a 9-speed 9G-Tronic gearbox, paddle shifters, and advanced AWD for better handling. Both are excellent for luxury, comfort, and performance, with the choice depending on your preference for power versus advanced drivetrain and tech features.

BMW 7 Series Vs Mercedes Benz S-Class FAQs

Which car is best between BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes Benz S-Class?
As per the users experiences BMW 7 Series is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, maintenance and safety in your car. But Mercedes-Benz S-Class is better on the grounds of performance, comfort and features.
Which car is cheaper BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes Benz S-Class?
The BMW 7 Series is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz S-Class by ₹37.00 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes Benz S-Class?
For the 740d M Sport version, 2993 cc Diesel engine of 7 Series produces 375.48bhp@5200-6250rpm of power and 520Nm@1850-5000rpm of torque. Whereas for the S 450e version, 2999 cc Petrol engine of S-Class produces 429.12bhp of power and 680Nm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW 7 Series has better performance.

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