BMW X6 vs Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Verdict
The BMW X6 is the lower-risk spend at RM734,800, undercutting the Mercedes-Benz G-Class by RM224,088 while still giving 335 hp, all-wheel drive and a 5.4-second 0-100 km/h time. The G-Class answers with electric muscle: four motors, 579 hp, 4.7 seconds to 100 km/h and a 473 km EV range from a 116.0 kWh battery. For Malaysia, the BMW is the quicker car at the top end with 250 km/h versus 180 km/h, but the Mercedes has the bigger boot, lower annual road tax and double the warranty.
X6
Pick the BMW X6 if you want the lower purchase price, higher 250 km/h top speed and a longer 2,975 mm wheelbase in a petrol-hybrid SUV.
G-Class
Pick the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if you want full-electric drive, 579 hp, 473 km of EV range and the larger 667-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X6 RM734,800; Mercedes-Benz G-Class RM958,888
- Power: BMW X6 335 hp; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 579 hp
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X6 5.4 seconds; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4.7 seconds
- Top speed: BMW X6 250 km/h; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 180 km/h
- Boot space: BMW X6 580 litres; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 667 litres
- Warranty: BMW X6 2 years; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4 years
X6
- RM224,088 cheaper to buy
- Higher 250 km/h top speed
- Longer 2,975 mm wheelbase
- Less power at 335 hp
- Smaller 580-litre boot
- Shorter 2-year warranty
G-Class
- 579 hp from four electric motors
- 473 km EV range
- Bigger 667-litre boot
- Costs RM958,888
- Lower 180 km/h top speed
- Shorter 2,890 mm wheelbase
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 734,800✓ | RM 958,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift with Mild Hybrid Assistance | — |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 335 hp | — |
| Torque | 450 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Horsepower | 12 hp | 579 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 200 Nm | 1,164 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | 116 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | — | 473 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Steptronic Sport | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,960 mm | 4,613 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,969 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 3,085 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres | 667 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R22 | 275/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/30R22 | 275/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Falken Azenis FK520 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Austria (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | De Dion Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" M Light Alloy Wheels V-Spoke Style 747 M | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension | G-Turn Capabilities, Virtual Locking Differentials |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function and Adjustable Lumbar | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Yes | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,637 | RM 1,340✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
X6 vs G-Class FAQ
Is the BMW X6 or Mercedes-Benz G-Class better?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is stronger on power, acceleration, boot space, EV range and warranty. The BMW X6 is better if purchase price, top speed and wheelbase matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class costs RM224,088 more than the BMW X6, with prices at RM958,888 and RM734,800 respectively.
Which one is quicker from 0-100 km/h?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds. The BMW X6 takes 5.4 seconds.