BMW X6 vs Mercedes-Benz GL550
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550
Overview
| Spec | BMW X6xDrive40i | Mercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | xDrive40i | GL 550 4MATIC |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW X6xDrive40i | Mercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $77,300 (best) | $89,950 |
| Lowest listing price | $113,772 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $113,772 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $113,772 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW X6xDrive40i | Mercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 13 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 21.9 gal | 26.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X6xDrive40i | Mercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 375 hp | 429 hp (best) |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 4.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X6xDrive40i | Mercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 59.6 cu ft | 93.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 7,209 lbs | 7,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,082 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,002 lbs (best) | 5,578 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 121.1 in (best) |
| Length | 195 in | 202.6 in (best) |
| Width | 78.9 in | 84.3 in (best) |
| Height | 66.5 in | 72.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW X6xDrive40i | Mercedes-Benz GL550GL 550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 X6 | Mercedes-Benz GL550 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | xDrive40i $77,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | GL 550 4MATIC $89,950 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M60i $98,000 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Competition $136,100 MSRP | — |
