2025 BMW X5 M vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS

$127,200 · Crossover

$178,450 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The $51,250 MSRP differential is the most substantial gap between the 2025 BMW X5 M ($127,200) and the 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS ($178,450). Performance metrics favor the X5 M, delivering 617 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque, significantly outpacing the Maybach GLS's 550 hp and 538 lb-ft. Conversely, the Maybach GLS is physically larger, measuring 204.9 inches in length compared to the X5 M's 194.8 inches, and it offers a greater overall height at 72.4 inches versus 69.4 inches. Both vehicles share an identical 15 MPG combined rating, utilizing premium unleaded fuel. Cargo utility strongly favors the BMW, offering 33.9 cubic feet against the Mercedes' 18.4 cubic feet, creating a comprehensive trade-off between raw power and sheer opulence/size.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 BMW X5 M

The BMW X5 M wins for commuting due to its significantly lower MSRP of $127,200, resulting in a better long-term financial proposition.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS is the superior family choice given its 204.9-inch length, which suggests more interior volume, despite having less stated cargo space.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 BMW X5 M

The BMW X5 M clearly leads for driving enthusiasts with 617 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque, exceeding the Maybach GLS's output.

💰 Best Value

2025 BMW X5 M

The BMW X5 M provides 67 more horsepower and 15.5 cubic feet more cargo capacity for a price nearly $51,000 less than the Maybach GLS.

Choose the BMW X5 M if...

The buyer prioritizes maximizing power, specifically needing the 617 hp available from the engine.
Practical utility is essential, leveraging the segment-leading 33.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity.
Adherence to a budget under $130,000 is necessary, as the MSRP is $127,200.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS if...

The absolute largest physical presence is desired, noted by the 72.4-inch height and 204.9-inch length.
A smoother ride might be anticipated via the 9-speed automatic transmission versus the X5 M's 8-speed.
The buyer demands the exclusivity associated with the $178,450 Maybach positioning.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	BMW X5 M	Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS
Length	194.8"	204.9"
Width	79.3"	79.9"
Height	69.4"	72.4"
Wheelbase	117.0"	123.4"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running 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	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	4.4 L	4.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	617 hp @ 6000 rpm	550 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque	553 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm	538 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	32	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	13/18 MPG	13/18 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	15 MPG	15 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	284.7/394.2 mi.	309.4/428.4 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.9 gal.	23.8 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	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	✓
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 with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	14.9 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Harman/Kardon	Burmester
Stereo Power	464W	1590W
Speaker System	16	27
Subwoofer Count	2	1
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	With Real Time Traffic
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	—
Premium Brand Stereo System	—	Burmester
Satellite Radio Subscription Duration	—	36 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	2nd Row Fixed Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Sunroof Type	—	1st Row Power Fabric Extended
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	40.8 in.	42.5 in.
Front Leg Room	39.8 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.0 in.	59.3 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	14-way	12-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	14-way	12-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Seat Massage Function	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	39.4 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.4 in.	43.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.1 in.	56.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓
Rear Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	BMW	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 x 11.5 in.	22 x 11.5 in.
Tire Type	Performance	Performance
Tire Size	315/35R	325/40R22
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

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 X5 M and 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS.

How much more powerful is the BMW X5 M compared to the Maybach GLS?

The 2025 BMW X5 M produces 617 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque, giving it a distinct 67 hp advantage over the 550 hp engine in the Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS.

Do these two high-end crossovers offer similar fuel economy?

Yes, both vehicles are rated identically for fuel efficiency, achieving a combined 15 MPG (13 city/18 highway) and both mandating the use of premium unleaded fuel.

Which vehicle offers superior cargo carrying capability?

The BMW X5 M is significantly more practical for cargo, offering 33.9 cubic feet, which is nearly double the 18.4 cubic feet available in the larger Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS.

What is the primary price disparity between the two models?

There is a substantial $51,250 difference in the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), with the X5 M starting at $127,200 and the Maybach GLS positioned at $178,450.

Is one vehicle substantially larger than the other in exterior dimensions?

The Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS is notably larger, with a length of 204.9 inches and a height of 72.4 inches, compared to the BMW X5 M's 194.8-inch length and 69.4-inch height.

Are the transmissions different between the two vehicles?

Yes, the 2025 BMW X5 M utilizes an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission, while the 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS is equipped with a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission.