Vehicle Overview
Key specifications and features at a glance
i7 eDrive50
Overview
S-Class S 450
2022 - Present
Year
2020 - Present
105.7
Engine
2999
—
Power
280
Electric
Fuel
Petrol
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5
Detailed Specifications
Complete technical specifications comparison
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i7 eDrive50
Specification
S-Class S 450
—
Engine Capacity
2999
—
Cylinder Configuration
Inline
—
Number of Cylinders
6
—
Aspiration
Turbocharged
105.7
Battery Capacity
—
105.7
Battery Capacity Gross
—
101.7
Battery Capacity Usable
—
Lithium-ion
Battery Type
—
611 km (WLTP)
Electric Range
—
19.1
Energy Consumption
—
335
Power
280
650
Torque
560
5.5
0–100 km/h
—
205
Top Speed
250
11
AC Charging Power
—
200
DC Fast Charging Power
—
Type-2
AC Connector
—
Ccs2
DC Connector
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10–80% in 34 min (Maximum 200 kW DC charging)
DC Charging
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Yes
Heat Pump
—
Yes
One-Pedal Driving
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Yes
Regenerative Braking
—
RWD
Drive Type
AWD
—
Fuel Economy Combined
8.8
255 / 45 R20 front; 285 / 40 R20 rear
Tyre Size
255 / 40 R20 front; 285 / 35 R20 rear
20
Wheel Size
20
4
Number of Doors
4
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated disc
Adaptive two-axle air suspension
Front Suspension
Multi-link air suspension
Adaptive two-axle air suspension
Rear Suspension
Multi-link air suspension
Electric rack and pinion
Steering Type
Electric power steering
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Number of Airbags
10
2000
Towing Capacity
2100
12.3
Turning Circle
12.8
Dimensions & Weight
Physical specifications and measurements
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i7 eDrive50
Dimension
S-Class S 450
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Fuel Tank Capacity
76
5391
Length
5180
1950
Width
1921
1544
Height
1503
3215
Wheelbase
3106
136
Ground Clearance
130
2595
Kerb Weight
2133
500
Boot Space
550
Features Comparison
Standard and optional equipment comparison
Safety
i7 eDrive50
Feature
S-Class S 450
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert
Comfort
i7 eDrive50
Feature
S-Class S 450
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights
Interior Exterior
i7 eDrive50
Feature
S-Class S 450
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors
Technology
i7 eDrive50
Feature
S-Class S 450
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App
Charging & Battery Tech
i7 eDrive50
Feature
S-Class S 450
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump
EV / Hybrid Drive Features
i7 eDrive50
Feature
S-Class S 450
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G
Electric vehicle features
i7 eDrive50
Feature
S-Class S 450
Aero Alloy Wheels
Charging Port Light Indicator
Pros & Cons
Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle
BMW i7 eDrive50
Pros
- +Longest range in selected lineup
- +Strong 335 kW rear motor
- +Refined rear-wheel-drive operation
- +Fast 200 kW DC charging
- +Spacious luxury interior
Cons
- −High Australian purchase price
- −No all-wheel drive
- −Very large exterior dimensions
- −Heavy compared with petrol sedans
- −Public charging can be costly
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450
Pros
- +Exceptional ride comfort
- +Refined six-cylinder performance
- +Spacious luxury cabin
- +Advanced driver assistance
- +Strong long-distance ability
Cons
- −Very high purchase price
- −Large urban footprint
- −Expensive tyres and servicing
- −Complex infotainment controls
- −High insurance costs
Which one should you buy?
Best for Performance: BMW i7 eDrive50
System power around 335 kW supports a solid performance score.
Best for Practicality / Space: Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450
Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.
Best Overall: BMW i7 eDrive50
Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.
Our Recommendation
Choose BMW i7 eDrive50 if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.
Choose Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.
Bottom Line: BMW i7 eDrive50 leads on performance and Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 leads on practicality.
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