When comparing the Mercedes-Benz G-Class and the BMW X6, it is worth noting that the latter is a city-class crossover that combines the characteristics of an SUV and a coupe. The large wheels, presence of all-wheel drive system, high ground clearance, and powerful engine hint at the fact that this car is primarily designed for off-road driving.
Among the coupe-like features are the sloping roof at the rear of the body. The manufacturer itself positions the car as an SAC (Sport Activity Coupe) — a sporty coupe for active recreation.
The car had two generations:
- The first generation was equipped with the E71 body. Production of this car was carried out from 2008 to 2014. Initially, the car was planned for production as a more sporty version of the X5 series. The exterior of the front part, low-sloping roof, and four-seat interior were the differences from the original model. As for the interior design and technical equipment, they are almost identical to the X5 model.
- In 2015, the second generation was released, characterized by an aggressive sports design. The designers put in a significant amount of work, allowing for the implementation of many innovations in its creation.
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is a vehicle where developers have made significant efforts to keep its appearance almost unchanged. The car looks completely new, despite the fact that the differences are almost imperceptible at first glance. The only difference from models produced in previous years is the updated headlight optics.
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When purchasing a BMW X6, one should consider the following reasons.
- Its top speed has been increased by 31%, reaching 249 km/h.
- During mixed driving, it consumes less fuel, equal to 9.29 and 12 liters per 100 kilometers. The fuel consumption reduction was 29%, or 2.71 liters per 100 kilometers.
- In addition, a reduction in harmful emissions by 24%, or 63 g/km, was noted.
- The total mass of the car has also decreased by 23% or 480 kg. The influence of the car's mass affects its acceleration dynamics, fuel consumption, and braking distance.
- The turning radius has been reduced from 13 to 12.8 meters, representing a 2% or 0.2-meter decrease.
6 reasons to buy Mercedes G-Class
First and foremost, the differences have affected the engine and transmission system.
- The number of cylinders has been increased by 2, from 6 to 8. The presence of two additional cylinders helps reduce vibration and ensure smooth engine operation, resulting in increased torque smoothness due to reduced pause between strokes of the working cycle.
- As a result, the engine's efficiency has increased, meaning fuel consumption per hp will be lower. The downside is the relatively complex design, making maintenance much more difficult and expensive.
- The second feature is the increase in power of the power unit from 306 to 536 hp, by 230 hp or 43%. With the increase in horsepower, the car's top speed also increases. However, this also leads to an increase in the vehicle tax to be paid.
- The torque has increased from 400 to 760 Nm, which is 360 Nm or 47%. It is simple — the greater the increase in torque, the faster the car accelerates.
- The performance has also increased, resulting in a decrease in the time to reach a speed from 0 to 100 km/h from 6.7 to 5.2 seconds, a reduction of one and a half seconds.
- The fuel tank capacity has been increased by 11% or 11 liters, from 85 to 96 liters. The maximum towing weight of the car with brakes has also increased by 23% or 800 kg, from 2700 to 3500 kg.
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Neutral aspects of BMW X6 vs Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Primarily, differences in this regard involve the engine and transmission. The engine displacement is 2979 cm3 and 5461 cm3, which is 45% less, or 2482 cm. Turbocharging is present in both types of power units.
Fuel delivery to the combustion chambers is done using twin turbocharging and distributed fuel injection. The number of gears in the gearbox is one less, from 7 to 6.
There are also changes in dimensions. The length of the car is 4877 mm and 4763 mm, which is 2% or 114 mm longer, width — 1983 mm and 2055 mm, which is 4% or 72 mm narrower, height — 1690 mm and 1938 mm, reduced by 13% or 248 mm. The wheelbase has been increased by 3% or 83 mm, from 2850 mm to 2933 mm.
