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BMW iX vs Mercedes-Benz VLE
Selected trimxDrive60 M SportChange trim426 mi · 94.8 kWh · £78,405
Selected trim300Change trim397 mi · 115 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX leads on value for money and running costs, while the Mercedes-Benz VLE leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Mercedes-Benz VLE if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz VLE leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueBMW
BMW
5.4
Mercedes-Benz
0
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
BMW
8
Mercedes-Benz
8.5
FamilyMercedes-Benz
BMW
7.8
Mercedes-Benz
10
ChargingMercedes-Benz
BMW
4.9
Mercedes-Benz
9
Cost Per MileBMW
BMW
7.6
Mercedes-Benz
1.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iXxDrive60 M Sport | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £78,405 | Not available |
| Official range | 426 miles (better) | 397 miles |
| Boot space | 500 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 4.6 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Length
BMW iX4,965mm-235mm
Mercedes-Benz VLE5,200mm
Width
BMW iX1,970mm
Mercedes-Benz VLE1,930mm-40mm
Height
BMW iX1,695mm-205mm
Mercedes-Benz VLE1,900mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW iXxDrive60 M Sport | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,965 mm | 5,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,970 mm | 1,930 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.8 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 430 mm spare | 470 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW iXxDrive60 M Sport | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 8 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 500 L | Not available |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1750 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 2,500 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BMW iX
- 426 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,965 mm, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- Braked towing capacity of 2,500 kg, a stronger tow rating than 95% of SUVs we track.
Mercedes-Benz VLE
- At 5,200 mm, longer than 95% of MPVs we track.
- Built on an 800 V architecture, one of 2 MPVs we track with a 700 V+ battery system.
- 397 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of MPVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX xDrive60 M Sport |  Mercedes-Benz VLE 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.96m | 5.20m+235mm |
| Width | 1.97m | 1.93m-40mm |
| Height | 1.70m | 1.90m+205mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.00m | 3.43m+430mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 500L | Not available |
| Boot (seats down) | 1750L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 8 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.8m | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 2,500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 94.8kWh | 115kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 426 mi (better) | 397 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 195kW | 315kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £78,405 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | MPV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BMW iXxDrive60 M Sport | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 426 miles (better) | 397 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 355 miles (better) | 331 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 195 kW | 315 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 94.8 kWh | 115 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iXxDrive60 M Sport | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.6 sec | Not available |
| Power | 400 kW (better) | 200 kW |
| Torque | 765 Nm (better) | 480 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
BMW iX
xDrive60 M Sport
Mercedes-Benz VLE
300
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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BMW iX
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BMW iX xDrive60 M Sport
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users73%
Safety Assist81%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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| Measure | BMW iXxDrive60 M Sport | Mercedes-Benz VLE300 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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BMW iX
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Mercedes-Benz VLE
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Live used listings
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BMW iX
- £70,2622025Car360View
Mercedes-Benz VLE
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
What are the BMW iX and Mercedes-Benz VLE like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 355 miles for the BMW iX and 331 miles for the Mercedes-Benz VLE - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BMW iX goes roughly 24 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX or the Mercedes-Benz VLE?
The Mercedes-Benz VLE is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 40 mm narrower than the BMW iX. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 470 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz VLE and about 430 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the BMW iX or the Mercedes-Benz VLE?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the BMW iX and 84% for the Mercedes-Benz VLE. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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