Comparison - Mercedes-Benz G-Class G63 AMG 2020 - vs - BMW X5 Protection VR6 2020

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
156,450
Updated: 
07 May 2019
$
Updated: 
31 Aug 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2020
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
no
Heated seats: 
yes
no
Navigation: 
yes
no
Doors: 
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
26.40gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
designo Yellow Olive Magno Matte
#8F897B
designo Dakota Brown Magno Matte
#574D44
Designo Desert Sand
#C7BA90
designo Night Black Magno Matte
#000000
Designo Olive Metallic
#252E1D
Designo Sea Blue Metallic
#3C5768
designo Platinum Black Metallic
#0A0A0A
Designo Graphite Metallic
#343434
Designo Cardinal Red Metallic
#A02C32
Designo Diamond White Metallic
#E9E3D7
Designo Mystic Brown Metallic
#452920
Designo Mystic Blue Metallic
#141742
designo Platinum Magno Matte
#A2A2A2
Brilliant Blue Metallic
#0F0F96
Selenite Grey Metallic
#616362
Emerald Green Metallic
#4A5B5A
Polar White
#E1E0DE
Black
#000000
Obsidian Black Metallic
#000000
Magnetite Black Metallic
#181D23
Iridium Silver Metallic
#ADB1B2
Rubellite Red Metallic
#562E36
Lunar Blue Metallic
#18294B
Mojave Silver Metallic
#757577
designo Platinum Black Metallic
#000000

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class may not look different than its predecessor, but its new suspension and interior bring it into the 21st century. Finally.

Pros
Classic styling
Lavish interior
Overflows with personality
G63 performance

Cons
Pricey piece of work in any guise
Terrible gas mileage
Only one off-road mode
Conveys an image that isn’t for everyone

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class's #2 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Large SUVs category. Currently the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has a score of 8.1 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 9 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Lavish, cavernous cabin
Adept off-roader
Powerful engines

Cons
Small cargo hold
Terrible fuel economy
High base price

By: 
usnews.com

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz G-Class comes with four wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.G manufaktur program allows extended interior and exterior customization.New wheel designs.

Pros
Impressive off-road abilities
Powerful V8 engines
Refined interior
Unmistakable exterior styling

Cons
Ponderous handling with lots of body roll
Difficult to get in and out of
Limited cargo space
Previous-generation Mercedes infotainment system

By: 
edmunds.com

Ballistic-resistant SUV offers protection against 'violent attacks, kidnapping or organised crime.
BMW has revealed the new X5 Protection VR6, an armoured version of its popular luxury SUV.
According to the Bavarian marque, the X5 Protection VR6 "offers private individuals and persons at risk customised protection against violent attacks, kidnapping or organised crime".Power in the X5 Protection VR6 comes from a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol engine borrowed from the xDrive50i variant. Maximum power is rated at 390kW between 5500 and 6000rpm, while a peak torque figure of 750Nm is on tap between 1800rpm and 4600rpm.

By: 
caradvice.com.au

The X5 Protection VR6, named in reference to its certified protection rating, is almost indistinguishable from the standard X5, but is clad all over in high-strength steel armour plating, which overlaps at each panel and trim gap to maximise coverage.
Underneath, a thick aluminium splinter shield protects the powertrain and floor from explosive devices such as hand grenades, while the standard X5’s windows have been replaced with 33mm thick, polycarbonate-reinforced glass.
The glazing features what BMW calls ‘post-blast protective technology’, which offers protection against secondary attacks in the wake of an explosion. Only the driver’s window is electric as standard, although an electric passenger window is an option.

By: 
autocar.co.uk

We know what you want out of your luxury crossover. You want comfort. You want performance. You want protection against anti-infantry hand grenades. Well, BMW has the ride for you!
Although it looks like the standard model, the new X5 Protection VR6's armor-plated bodywork protects against attacks by handguns and firearms, including AK-47s. The armored passenger compartment withstands blasts of up to 15 kilograms of TNT from a distance of 13 feet, and its Post Blast Protective Technology protects against secondary attacks; even following a blast, all windows remain firmly in position.The vehicle is fitted with high-strength steel panels in the doors, side frames, roof, and firewall. Overlapping armor plating within the door gaps and bodywork joints prevent penetration by bullets or fragments. Oh, and your suitcases will be safe as well, thanks to aluminum pieces guarding the underbody and luggage compartment.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
13.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
15.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
Cylinders: 
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
4.00L
Torque: 
627ft-lbs
at 2 500rpm
Horsepower: 
577hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
44.30Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
no
Door Pockets: 
yes
no
Cupholders: 
yes
no
Overhead console: 
no
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
no
Power Steering: 
yes
no
Parking sensors: 
yes
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
no
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
no
Rear View Camera: 
yes
no
Front view Camera: 
yes
no
Side view Camera: 
yes
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)*
Destination Download*
Concierge Service*
Roadside Assistance*
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Automatic Parking Assist
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
191.90in
Width: 
78.10in
Height: 
77.40in
Ground Clearance: 
9.50in
Wheel Base: 
113.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
41.90
Rear Head Room: 
40.50
Front Leg Room: 
38.70in
Rear leg room: 
39.50in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
57.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
68.60cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
6500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
38.10cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
27.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
29.60degrees
Curb Weight: 
5845.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
no
Clock: 
yes
no
Trip computer: 
yes
no
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
no
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
no
More Power Features: 
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
no
Front Seats Features: 
10 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Premium leather
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
10 -Way Power Driver Seat
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Multi-Level Heating
Folding With Pass-Thru Center Armrest
Folding center armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Front Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
no
Climate Control: 
yes
no
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Turn signal in mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
no
Satellite radio: 
yes
no
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
USB connection
Memory card slot
Surround audio surround audio (discrete)
590 Watts Stereo Output
Burmester Premium Brand Stereo System
6 Months of provided satellite radio service
USB With External Media Control
Burmester Premium Brand Speakers
15 Total Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
no
More in Glass and Roof: 
Remote sunroof operation
Intermittent rear wiper
Privacy glass
Intermittent wipers
Power steel sunroof
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
no
Wheel size: 
20 X 9.5 In.
Wheels more: 
Performance Tires
Fullsize Non-Matching Spare Tire
Outside Rear Mounted Spare Tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
no
Front head airbags: 
yes
no
Rear head airbags: 
yes
no
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
no
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
no
Traction control: 
yes
no
Child seat anchors: 
yes
no
Front brakes: 
Front ventilated disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
no
Rear brakes: 
rear ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
no
Daytime running lights: 
yes
no
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
no
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
no
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
no
Front headrests: 
yes
no
Rear headrests: 
yes
no
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
no
More Safety Features: 
Vehicle Alarm notification*
Emergency Service*
Pre-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Cornering lights
Rear height adjustable headrests
Brake drying
Airbag Deployment Notification*
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Turn Signal Mirrors
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System

Options

Packages: 
AMG Night Package
Exclusive Interior Package Plus
G Manufaktur Interior Package
Seat Comfort Package
AMG Trail Package
G Manufaktur Interior Package Plus
AMG Night Package Plus
Exterior Options: 
20" AMG Twin 5-Spoke Matte Black Wheels
Spare Tire Ring In Vehicle Color
Carrier Bars
Bicycle Rack
AMG Carbon Fiber Engine Cover
Wheel Locking Bolts
Silver Brake Calipers
22" AMG Forged Cross-Spoke Matte Black Wheels
Ski And Snowboard Rack
21" AMG Twin 5-Spoke Wheels
Roof Box
Roof In Obsidian Black
21" AMG Twin 5-Spoke Matte Black Wheels
Spare Tire Ring In Obsidian Black
22" AMG Forged Cross-Spoke Wheels
Silver Brake Calipers
Interior Options: 
Two-Tone Dashboard
Rear Seat Entertainment System
Concertina Load Sill Protector
All-Season Floor Mats
All-Season Trunk Liner
Heated Steering Wheel
Nappa Leather Grab Handles
AMG Nappa/DINAMICA Performance Steering Wheel
AMG DINAMICA/Carbon Fiber Performance Steering Wheel
AMG Nappa/Black Piano Lacquer Performance Steering Wheel

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black Nappa, premium leather
#000000
designo Red/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
#B8393C
designo Classic Red/Black Nappa, premium leather
#B6393C
designo Platinum White/Black Nappa, premium leather
#D6D6D6
designo Espresso Brown/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
#4A3931
designo Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
#000000
Black Nappa , premium leather
#000000
Saddle Brown Nappa, premium leather
#BA8068
Tartufo/Black Nappa, premium leather
#766F6F
designo Yacht Blue/Black Nappa, premium leather
#2F404C
Macchiato Beige/Black Nappa, premium leather
#B8A99F