2025 BMW 7 Series vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach

$97,300 · Sedan

$203,500 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The 2025 BMW 7 Series bursts onto the scene as the sophisticated powerhouse, offering a compelling blend of luxury and usable performance with 375 hp and an impressive 28 MPG combined. Its lower entry point of $97,300 makes high-level executive transport accessible. Conversely, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach enters as the undisputed titan of sheer opulence and effortless velocity, boasting 496 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque, albeit at a considerable $203,500 price tag. The Maybach's AWD system and larger footprint (215.3 inches long) prioritize rear-seat domination over efficiency, evidenced by its 20 MPG combined rating. The significant $106,200 gulf between these two flagships positions the BMW as the smart performer, while the Maybach is the statement of uncompromising extravagance, reflected in its 121 hp advantage but sacrificing nearly 50% more cargo space at just 12.9 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 BMW 7 Series

The 2025 BMW 7 Series is the clear choice for commuters due to its superior fuel economy, achieving 28 MPG combined compared to the Maybach's 20 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 BMW 7 Series

Car1 offers significantly more usability with 19.1 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Maybach's restrictive 12.9 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach delivers superior raw performance with 496 horsepower and standard All-Wheel Drive.

💰 Best Value

2025 BMW 7 Series

With an MSRP difference exceeding $100,000, the BMW 7 Series delivers far greater perceived luxury per dollar spent.

Choose the BMW 7 Series if...

You require better daily running costs, benefitting from 28 MPG combined.
Your budget is strictly controlled, given the $97,300 starting MSRP.
You prioritize practical utility, benefiting from 19.1 cu ft of trunk space.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz Maybach if...

Maximum outright power is essential, leveraging the 496 hp engine.
All-wheel drive traction in all conditions is non-negotiable.
You desire the ultimate statement of ultra-luxury, accepting the $203,500 price.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	BMW 7 Series	Mercedes-Benz Maybach
Length	212.2"	215.3"
Width	76.8"	75.6"
Height	60.8"	59.4"
Wheelbase	126.6"	133.7"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	✓
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Rear Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	4.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	V8
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	375 hp @ 5200 rpm	496 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm	516 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	25/31 MPG	16/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	28 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	487.5/604.5 mi.	355.2/599.4 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.5 gal.	22.2 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Sun Sensor	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Wood Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	14.9 in	12.8 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Bowers & Wilkins	Burmester
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	With Real Time Traffic
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	—
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Premium Brand Stereo System	—	Burmester
Stereo Power	—	1750W
Speaker System	—	31
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Memory Card Slot	—	✓
Satellite Radio Subscription Duration	—	36 months
Video Monitor	—	✓
DVD Player	—	✓
Separate Rear Audio	—	✓
Audio/Video Remote Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Fixed Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	39.8 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	41.2 in.	—
Front Shoulder Room	61.0 in.	59.6 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Premium Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	12-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	12-way
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Folding Capability	—	✓
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Seat Massage Function	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	38.6 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	43.3 in.	49.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.3 in.	58.5 in.
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Rear Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 10.5 in.	20 x 9.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	✓	255/40R20
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Run Flat Tires	—	✓

Suspension

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	—
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	6 yr./ 62000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 BMW 7 Series and 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach.

How significant is the performance difference between the two sedans?

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach is significantly more powerful, producing 496 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque, which is 121 hp more than the BMW 7 Series' 375 hp.

Is the higher price of the Maybach justified by space or efficiency?

No, the Maybach is drastically less efficient, achieving only 20 MPG combined versus the BMW's 28 MPG, and it offers substantially less cargo space at 12.9 cu ft versus the BMW's 19.1 cu ft.

What is the price gap separating these two flagship models?

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach commands an MSRP of $203,500, creating a substantial price difference of $106,200 when compared to the BMW 7 Series starting at $97,300.

Does the drive type matter for the target audience of these cars?

The Maybach features All-Wheel Drive, providing better traction stability, while the BMW employs Rear Wheel Drive, which often appeals more to traditional driving purists seeking a specific dynamic feel.

How do the dimensions compare between the two vehicles?

The BMW 7 Series is slightly wider at 76.8 inches, but the Maybach is marginally longer at 215.3 inches, suggesting a focus on elongated rear legroom for the Maybach.