BMW 750Li vs Mercedes-Benz S550e
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
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2017 Mercedes-Benz S550e
Overview
| Spec | BMW 750Li750Li | Mercedes-Benz S550eS 550e Plug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 750Li | S 550e Plug-In Hybrid |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | plug-in hybrid |
| Model year | 2015 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 750Li750Li | Mercedes-Benz S550eS 550e Plug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $91,000 (best) | $96,600 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 750Li750Li | Mercedes-Benz S550eS 550e Plug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 58 MPGe (best) |
| Fuel tank | 21.1 gal (best) | 16.6 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 750Li750Li | Mercedes-Benz S550eS 550e Plug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 445 hp (best) | 436 hp |
| Torque | 480 lb-ft (best) | 479 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.4 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 750Li750Li | Mercedes-Benz S550eS 550e Plug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft (best) | 9.5 cu ft |
| Payload | 950 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,660 lbs (best) | 5,115 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 126.4 in (best) | 124.6 in |
| Length | 205.5 in | 206.5 in (best) |
| Width | 74.9 in (best) | — |
| Height | 58.3 in | 58.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 750Li750Li | Mercedes-Benz S550eS 550e Plug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 (best) | 3 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 750Li | Mercedes-Benz S550e |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 750Li $91,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S 550e Plug-In Hybrid $96,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
BMW 750Li vs Mercedes-Benz S550e FAQ
- Which is better: 2015 BMW 750Li or 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550e?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2015 BMW 750Li vs 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550e on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2015 BMW 750Li or 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550e?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 BMW 750Li starts lower at $91,000.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2015 BMW 750Li or 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550e?
- The 2015 BMW 750Li leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (91,000).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2015 BMW 750Li or 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550e?
- The 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550e leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2015 BMW 750Li or 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550e?
- The 2015 BMW 750Li leads on horsepower in this comparison (445).