2024 BMW X7 vs Mercedes GLS Review - $150,000 Luxury SUV Battle

[@TheStraightPipes]

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[@pruhnav]

u guys are goated

[@snakeeyes9246]

Road to 2 million!

[@moocowman101]

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[@TheStraightPipes]

U guys are goated 👀 road to 2 million! 👀 poopoo peepee 👀

[@nalinsinglaca]

This video will probably do better than ram promaster review 😂

[@bradleyscarreviews]

I love the refreshed GLS…and test drove it along with the x7…the only thing that was better about the GLS was the ride quality and ambient lighting….however the x7 was better in every other way.

[@nkosinathimaphisa9411]

That's because they didn't call the big daddy GLS63😏

[@SDav21]

And the GLS interior build and material quality is so bad. The bottom half of the doors are horrible hard plastic and some pieces of trim isn't even well fitting.

[@Sky-dt1zv]

@@SDav21 bcz they use to much money for suspension, massage sits and overall better mechanics than the bmw

[@TheFlyingClutchman]

@@Sky-dt1zv no excuse for 150k there should be no compromise

[@SDav21]

@@Sky-dt1zv no excuse. And actually, the BMW rides better over smaller sharper bumps and the mechanics are better. The BMWs engine is more powerful and will definitely be more efficient.

[@JRB41]

BMW X7 for me.. more value for your money, higher quality materials, and better driving dynamics. I also think it looks better, though I liked the pre LCI more. Mercedes are very unreliable, BMW is 3rd most reliable according to consumer reports. I’ve had both, I can say BMW is more reliable

[@Natethegreat200c]

Not u listen to consumer reports. That’s sad.

[@Natethegreat200c]

And your leasing these or not keeping them long. Who cares what is more reliable. It’s literally a non factor.

[@heinman6250]

Had 4 BMWs and 3 Mercs, and actually had way fewer issues with the Mercs

[@JRB41]

@@Natethegreat200c Yes it is a factor, some people like to finance their cars instead of leasing them.

[@JRB41]

@@heinman6250 The older Mercedes were very reliable, and the older BMWs weren’t. Now it’s vise versa

[@nikhilgoria7591]

I had a GLS loved it for its comfort, but a dang boat. then i got the X7 by far better than the GLS, X7 is more sporty still provides the luxury comfort and quietness. both cars have been super reliable. never had any issues. X7 always for me a winner..

[@biglar23]

X7 all day! The GLS looks like every other 3 row SUV with the classy look. That X7 is in your face and demands attention!

[@gmonk313]

The BMW might have a polarizing redesign, but at least its distinguishable from the previous generation. GLS next to a 2019, spot the difference

[@adrianruiz1010]

X7 all the way, the GLS design always seemed boring to me

[@samsharma9207]

I have an X7 M60i. Feels way less of a boat than the GLS. Plus, the interior quality of the BMW is just way better than Mercedes, though Merc has more flash.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

Well said.

[@MyAlexWest]

sure.. time to wake up buddy. it is school time
mom is calling

[@bradleyscarreviews]

@@MyAlexWest why do you not believe that he has an X7? Is it because you can’t afford it and jealous?

[@georgepoulos1592]

yo 15 year old cringe boy, learn that stupid rgb doesnt equal luxury, bmw just uses better materials than merc deal with it@@MyAlexWest

[@Youcallthesebagels_]

The interior quality is identical having driven both.

[@somerandomfella]

I never liked the X7 but would pick it over the boring Mercedes design.

[@dnice362]

You crazy gang, the Benz clean and wide and love the wheel fenders

[@Youcallthesebagels_]

Boring? You mean classy and timeless? The x7 will look dated next year.

[@AL-pu7ux]

Elegant commanding and timeless for me.

[@MMOchAForPrez]

Whoever thinks the Mercedes doesn't look 10 years old hasn't been to a Mercedes dealer since the recession

[@The1SSGrant]

⁠​⁠@@MMOchAForPrezthis a joke? 😂 have you seen the 2008 gl or the 2013 even? They look significantly dated and worse compared to the new one, which is definitely a more timeless design. Coming from someone who used to work at a MB dealer. The one thing is the new grille, the silver finish and those slats certainly feel older than say gloss or matte black, but it doesn’t look 10 years old, generally speaking. It will certainly look better over time than the X7

[@traviswilson6148]

I own the 2024 BMW X7 M60i and love the sportiness of the vehicle. The exhaust alone stomps that GLS.

[@rbarbetta1978]

The fake, pumped-in exhaust noise stomps the GLS?

[@user-zb6ez4jl3u]

@@rbarbetta1978it’s a 4.4 V8. It’s obviously going to sound good.

[@rbarbetta1978]

@@user-zb6ez4jl3u If it's obviously going to sound good... then why do they play fake sound through the car speakers?

[@traviswilson6148]

That’s false information.

[@mercedeslover907]

the gls isn’t an amg, u can’t really compare the two

[@NileshR12]

That blue on the X7 looks amazing!

[@YerBoyTroy]

We had an x5 and ml350 back in 2012. Both 2011 model year, both diesels.
A lot has changed since then I'm sure but one thing we can say, the x5 was a much better vehicle than the ml350 in terms of build quality, performance and comfort. Outside of the S class and a few other more bespoke platforms from benz (GTC,GTR, SL, G Class) it seems like BMW just makes better vehicles.

[@heinman6250]

I’ve spent a lot of time driving the current X5 M60i and GLE53, and I have to disagree.

[@alwaysdriven]

How could u forget the legendary 6.2l amg c63 rwd 2009 . That was very special

[@mo_0912]

Sadly, Mercedes has regressed in terms of quality. I agree, BMW makes better cars overall.

[@Chris-jt4ux]

nah.@@heinman6250

[@DroneStrike1776]

End in 2022, BMW was tied for 3rd in reliability with Mazda, only beating by Lexus and Toyota. 2023, they dropped to 9th, which is still impressive given all the tech they put in the cars. Mercedes on the other hand, was bottom 5 in 2022, and now they're 29th out of 30 major car brands for 2023. Source : Consumers Report - Annual Most Reliable Car Brand

[@RPYMCMB]

Alpina is now sold on the BMW website and is no longer just an aftermarket tuner thus the Alpina XB7 competes with the GLS 63. The Alpina is the winner. Yes, Fan Man mode is activated.

[@apilkey]

@RPYMCMB Ya I seen an Alpina XB7 in White on Autotrader it looked incredible

[@greedyboi1]

X7 all day!

[@goodguyseb3067]

I dont know why but the gls grill looks so outdated to me.

[@CompletelyObsorbed]

Mercedes is looking really dated lately in general. Their massive bezels on all their screens. The outdated font and UI in general. They have some decent tech, but the execution is so poor.

[@kishoreasokan4939]

Agreed

[@minigiant8998]

i concur

[@williamennett708]

The X7 without the M body (luxury package) looks way better than the Mercedes. Yuri is right, in white the X7 is awesome.

[@dasamlan1984]

I wish BMW does away with the split DRL and headlight design on the X7. The tail lamps look a bit simple too. Still would choose the X7 over the GLS.

[@BDGKruger]

The X7 is going to look better for a longer time.

[@draganignjatov7291]

For that money you can buy almost 2 Lexus GX or LX better cheaper reliable 😂

[@M_H_H]

​@@draganignjatov7291in my country Lexus LX is more expensive than GLS and X7

[@Techtinkerer3D]

@@draganignjatov7291 Yeah but it doesn't have the same comfort or close to the sportiness of the BMW or any of the Germans for that matter

[@draganignjatov7291]

@@Techtinkerer3D Ok but I don’t think so that not true German cars is not like before Asian cars and Japans car is now much cheaper and better

[@smar1208]

@@draganignjatov7291 asian luxury cars are better only in terms of reliability (which isnt significantly better than competitors), maintenance costs and because theyre cheaper. genesis somewhat makes a case with great technology and acura with driving dynamics but neither are as compelling as european luxury cars which are better in nearly every way.

[@AlphaLlama]

I'm taking the X7 for sure.. Both are very close to each other luxury and performance wise, but the GLS while yes it's classy, it's getting to the point of where it just looks boring. Especially next to the way more agressive looking X7.

[@igorgrodzki]

in engine performance theyre similar, but the x7 sticks to the road better and doesnt slide around in the snow

[@DeuceDeuceBravo]

I'll take "boring" over that front end disaster any day.

[@igorgrodzki]

@@DeuceDeuceBravo its a bmw, its supposed to be ridiculous and in your face. the gls is classy except for that huge grille and matte black plastic fascia

[@gunterlauch2264]

Calling a GLS classy is pretty wild😂 classier than the BMW though

[@igorgrodzki]

​@@gunterlauch2264 yeah maybe not in white

[@Zero_316]

Awesome review. The X7, like all bimmers, is a drivers car. Both are so awesome. However, the Benz's middle row seats, despite being roomy, has a bench that's angled too backward; very uncomfortable for taller passangers. The benz is quite unsettled over bumpy roads with body lean round the bends. All in all, it comes to driver preference. I test drove both. And yep, I bought the 2023 X7. Best all round automobile I've ever had. For context I've owned ever new model sclass since 2013.

[@draganignjatov7291]

Because you never have a Lexus😂try Lexus TX or LX never again you gone buy BMW or Mercedes

[@H.K_R]

@@draganignjatov7291Ahh, yes, the rebadged Land Cruiser. Famed for being so outdated.

[@draganignjatov7291]

@@H.K_R X7 150,000$ 👏👏👏👏👏👏come on for 150,000$ you can used Urus

[@H.K_R]

@@draganignjatov7291 I would rather drive an X7 than a tricked up Audi RSQ8 that has a name that sounds like something that you’d speak to your doctor about.

[@draganignjatov7291]

@@H.K_R So what you want to say to only German car is “Car”other is what🤷‍♂️

[@rema.sidney]

S class & X6 owner here. You guys seem to have been paid, no way you can be that blind. X7 looks much better newer and more fun. Try be honest reviewers in future

[@sgwithaslatt]

I’m a BMW fan but man that X7 is ugly

[@veetaevans3434]

The ride is great

[@denikasmi1850]

bmw is a better car for me... better quality interior, better engine, better transmission, better driving experience, the best infotainment system out there and if you want the more comfortable x7 just don't go with the m sport.

[@taylorj959a]

Note: Captain's Chairs or a bench seat for the second row are BOTH available on both the MB and BMW, it just depends on how you order it.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Yes

[@user-xl2dg9kp2b]

​@@TheStraightPipesMercedes gls, BMW x7, range rover 7seater or Cadillac escalade;

[@tanishhammerrock1070]

The BMW is just wow❤❤❤

[@TaylorMMontgomery]

NEVER thought I would like the split lights on the newer BMW cars but I don't mind it on the X7 😅

[@apilkey]

You serious? It looks like someone with a major birth defect with 4 eyes

[@Rick2010100]

There is a AMG inetriour trim option (ca. 2k) for the GLS wich may come with AMG floor mats, but the GLS in the comparison had this option not, otherways the wood trim would be carbon instead. May be some one at the dealership just put the false floor mats in the car.

[@HomicidalGonads]

The grille of the GLS is giving me Freightliner Cascadia/M2 vibes

[@damilolaakanni]

Makes sense, since Daimler (Mercedes-Benz parent company) owns Freightliner.

[@pjmoody]

X7 all the way. More of a drivers car

[@MV-lr5jv]

Definitely the X7

[@GenesisReyesPhotography]

Great review!! I still think that the M version of the BMW makes it no super straight comparison

[@Techtinkerer3D]

Its not a pure M version like the X6M for example, its just a slightly sportier version of the X7. The merc here is also doing the same thing with the GLS 53 package which is the slight performance package right before the GLS63. The X7 M60 is the M340i of the X7 and not the M3

[@hami_1012]

Unbelievable how in every comment section people sucking off BMW for no reason
They're not gonna gift you guys a car lil bros

[@veetaevans3434]

The GLS looks more like a van. It looks very cozy however The BMW X7 is balanced, and you get nore bang for your buck. I purchased the X7

[@superchargedsteve3411]

To me the X7 looks so much better inside and out. BMW all day.

[@heinman6250]

Definitely not inside with those screens

[@N1hongoJoZu]

@@heinman6250Also, definitely not outside with that front end.

[@satyakammisra]

Just put an order for GLS580 - fully loaded Alpine grey and brown. GLS has rear massage seats, rear tablet center console and a smoother softer ride. I already daily a M850i coupe so for family GLS is no brainer. X7 design is horrible and if you really want that platform, go for Alpina variant.

[@smar1208]

i think the x7 looks way nicer. to me the gls looks like an outdated minivan and has no presence, the x7s proportions are almost perfect and make it look way smaller than it is. the gls is more luxurious in the 2nd row but the x7 beats the gls in the third and first rows in terms of comfort, technology and quality.

[@heinman6250]

@@smar1208the X7 is more striking, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it looks good. The details are ugly

[@jeffs6090]

I wouldn't say MB is crushing it with interior lighting. It's way too much and gaudy. I like ambient lighting a lot, but not to strip club levels. BMW's is perfect.

[@Sickwitit18]

Make it make sense. Mercedes reserves their V8's for a car like this SUV and not the new CLE or C63? They have proven they can make big power with 4 cylinders, so why not give those big power engines to cars like this and give the sound and experience of the V8's to the sportscars? IT MAKES NO SENSE.

[@user-wr5pi7nn9c]

I would pick the BMW x7

[@bill7481]

No preference for me between these two. I don’t like the changes BMW has made to the headlights. I don’t like BMW’s digital screen implementation. Regarding the Mercedes, I don’t like air intake vents. They look not as bad with the GLS 63’s fascia. My pick would be a pre-refresh BMW because I prefer a more traditional design, inside and out.

[@BoothsEurotrash]

I will never understand doing handling tests on large SUV's and using that as a benchmark. The GLS is never positioned as sporty by Mercedes

[@damilolaakanni]

I love that companies like Range Rover, Lexus, Cadillac and Jeep don't even bother with "sporty" handling. They're more focused on comfort and offroad use (even if the first owner won't take their cars offroad).

[@MrJudgi]

Doesn’t the keyless system on bmw work without touching the car? At least the 3 series has that afaik

[@10litehouse]

I'm a Merc fanboy but I'd get the X7, for the fact I'm a very aggressive driver!

[@arielnyc2005]

That X7 is just beautiful in that blue

[@Sickwitit18]

My S580 also has AMG floor mats, not sure why

[@Bootyspaghetti]

I had to rewind the video to see the wheels again to see if maybe I missed something when you said the gls wheels look better. Definitely didn’t miss anything, the gls wheels are the most boring thing ever compared to the x7. Mercedes must have paid y’all to say that cause there is no way anyone would think that

[@Bootyspaghetti]

You guys are crazy, the x7 wheels are a million times better looking. There is no world in any multiverse where the Benz wheels ever look better. Y’all got that wrong

[@3rdGUMObro]

those BMW headlights remind me of my mom's Hyundai Kona

[@heinman6250]

They are very Hyundai-esque

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

The GLS 580 is such a subtle flex. The X7 M60i is such a poser mobile with all the M badges

[@slogeswaran1]

People buy Merc for its bossy logo, it never outdated

[@NileshR12]

6:55 That’s so weird because my family’s 2015 X5 has the proximity lines on all 4 door handles, not just the front two lines

[@jeanronyamazan7065]

GLS #1 I’ve had two GL now GLS looking to upgrade to AMG

[@lindaskhosana6623]

X7 all day everyday 👌. The GLS design is mundane.

[@batmore1]

X7 is a great car in terms of quality and driving dynamics. A few negatives, ,lack of ability to unluck keyless-ly on rear doors and no dedicated buttons for hvac, having to scroll thru menus on the touch screen. Lastly, the front of the X7 reminds me of the over the top car they drove on the Chevy Chase Vacation movie. The X5 is a fantastic looking car, too bad the X7 doesn't look like a bigger version of that. Thanks for a great review.

[@Torus2112]

The Hole is a small neighborhood in New York City on the border between Brooklyn and Queens. It is a low-lying area, with a ground level that is 30 feet (9.1 m) lower than the surrounding area. The area is run-down, and suffers from frequent flooding.

[@pabss3193]

No one, I repeat, no one wants subscription services in their cars!

[@benjaminkohl342]

This is so interesting, I've sat in quite a few GLS and X7 second and third rows and always found the GLS quite a bit better.

[@smar1208]

the gls might have slightly more legroom but the x7 has more headroom and is way more luxurious in the 3rd row

[@Trillzzy3]

the headlights aren't that bad !! cmon

[@MF-rx7ut]

Yes you have traction control in Mercedes, you can go setting car ESP off or on

[@TheStraightPipes]

Not here. It’s tied to the drive mode

[@ziehmnkumane5861]

I'm slightly leaning towards the X7

[@detonator620]

This X7 looks waaaaaay better !!!

[@sereinova]

The AMG mat is for “AMG appearance package” so it looks like a Mercedes trying to pretend to be AMG from factory.

[@PRAY1211]

There has, for soo many years been 1 extra cup-holder advantage for BMWs. All of there cup-holders can individually be heated or cooled. No need to share your drink preferance with anyone else...

[@ethenjordan2010]

Working at a benz dealer, nobody likes the new GLS grill anymore. Night package helps a little but. meh

[@billnorblat4047]

Need that lean option in the merc

[@youtubegarbage4u]

next time you do a review like this, try to have both cars in same exterior color, it makes the comparison fair
colors make big difference, the merc looked good in white, white shows car design a lot better

[@TheStraightPipes]

I’ll ask next time!

[@artieartya]

Need to petition for BMW to bring back angel eyes forever.

[@sincityguns3460]

Had a 2019 X7 M50i and we did not have black wheels but man I wish we did. Those big ass M Brakes make instant and a lot of brake dust and any chrome wheels instantly start to get black dust all over them. Just ordered a 25 X7 M60i and we went with the 22” black wheels. Can’t wait!

[@gtr485]

Got a 2023 X7 40i M sport plenty fast with the B58 and pretty nice.

[@QuanPham-uq7ml]

Whichever a person chooses, they are both great cars

[@markpalma2]

Gents, love the review and the channel. Making Halton Region proud!

[@abhisurti8088]

Idk if it just me or no.... I forgot that AUDI Q7 still exists and supposed to be in class. It's been a long time since that car has been updated.

[@AH-lw2bj]

"You will own nothing and be happy"
Some group of powerful people

[@llcxcll]

Do you know there’s XM model ?

[@albundy5992]

Class and substance over 'I have to try harder' every time.

[@gaara4667]

So the X7? Great choice 🤌🏿

[@albundy5992]

@@gaara4667 actually, the Audi. 🤪

[@gaara4667]

@@albundy5992 Q7?

[@albundy5992]

@@gaara4667 430 Scuderia.

[@rodherscher7155]

Gls way better and reliable,

[@jevintai520]

Btw it has amg floor mats because the gls is configured with the amg appearance package

[@nasrjibril3307]

Going with the x7

[@stevenbabinski7635]

I work at the plant in Spartanburg SC where we male the X7 so I'm slight biased lol

[@MRVSKIN]

X7 all the way

[@carlhee3044]

If anyone has done their homework on these 2 vehicles they would know that these cars are not being compared apples to apples. The Bmw has 23’ tires and wheels( black upgrades )where as the Mercedes just has the standard 21” wheels on it. (23” black are available). The BMW also has the upgraded leather where as again the Mercedes has the standard leather (Napa leather is available). The BMW is available w/ a bench in the back where as the Mercedes is also available with the captains chairs in the back! When spec’s out the same these cars are so close in overall quality and performance that it all comes down to personal choice!!! This review is coming from someone whom owns a 2021 BMw x7 m50i and I’ll tell you from an owners perspective this x7 m50i is great in a straight line but in corners it’s one FLOATY vehicle!! AKA body roll!!!

[@carlhee3044]

The Bmw also has the bowers and Wilkins stereo which also is an upgrade and the Mercedes has the standard beaumeister but can also be upgraded!!

[@Chris-jt4ux]

Keep whining.

[@RajaSekar-USA]

For common man Honda piolet elite with 8 seats is more than enough. Maintaining bmw and Benz is expensive and depreciates fast.

[@pmygoddamn]

I get super excited when you guys drop a new video

[@ImOldGregg]

150k is pretty bananas for what you’re getting

[@minigiant8998]

canadian

[@Hizov]

I love my X7 m60i... I highly recommend it. Traded from the 750 and I'm glad that I did.

[@mariorivas9673]

Great video, but where's the new Q7??

[@senorgato70]

GLS. I like the more organic look of the design vs. the sharp-edged, boxy design of the X7 and the GLS, IMO, has more presence on the road. And I give the GLS the edge on interior design, though there is some criticism about some trim quality, but those are in mostly non-touch areas. And I'd also prefer a more luxurious ride in a large SUV. I had an X3 M40i that handled as well as any sports sedan/car but the ride was unrefined. I now have an X5 50i and the ride quality is so much more to my liking. And a bigger SUV for me would need to ride that much better.

[@AndreiGonzalesDesign]

GLS looks like a retiree’s 15 year old lux barge compared to the X7’s muscles from the future.

[@Fanzo463]

Mercedes all the way for me

[@The-Fergusons]

These two, along with the SQ7 are definitely solid picks.

[@M_H_H]

SQ7 third row is for kids. Different segment

[@Techtinkerer3D]

the SQ7 is not as sporty as the X7 M60 but is a way better family car than these.

[@M_H_H]

@@Techtinkerer3D nope. SQ7 3rd row is only for kids. X7 and GLS are better for family

[@KoutJim]

have you ever get in? Because its really very roomy... @@M_H_H

[@Lee-zk8vu]

BMW usually has heated steering wheel hard button mounted low and center on the steering wheel.

[@danmayberry1185]

The Hole temp, then cupholder, then visor test. Love the new format!

[@quitoyume100]

Just noticed that Continental only sells the rear tire size for the X7 m60i but not the front tire size. Kind of weird. Where do people go that has both front and rear tires?

[@DoctorSkillz]

I would totally rock a turbo four cylinder hybrid X7.

[@rmkolesnik]

The Hole! 😂 best part of the review

[@DanteReddgrave]

What's with the AI like naration in recent videos?

[@TheStraightPipes]

Charles isn’t sure if he should take this as a compliment or go back to the BBC

[@BuyongoPhiri]

Time to bring back MPVs.

[@richardlin3923]

The GLS looks pretty similar to the old GL/ML to me, X7 looks way more cooler and sportier than that. And the new BMW design on X7 is also wayyyyyyy cooler than the 7series/i7 (maybe even the electric RR)

[@benjaminhill7534]

YES! Enough with the black wheels! This is Altezza tail lights all over again 🙃 We’re done, it’s done, it’s all done. Just STAHHHHHHHHP.

[@HCChen86]

We have the 2019 x7 40i with the keyless for four doors and without a GPF it pops and bang sometimes. I think lack of some specs is due too chip shortage

[@SM-1010]

GLS for me!