COMPARISON

BMW 520d xDrive vs Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

Full comparison of BMW 520d xDrive and Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE: specifications, prices, performance and verdict.

BMW 520d xDrive

BMW 520d xDrive

BMW

58.900 EUR

VS
Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

Mercedes-Benz

180.000 EUR

Specifications

BMW 520d xDriveMercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE
Power197 HP831 HP
Torque400 Nm1400 Nm
0-100 km/h7.3 s2.9 s
Top speed233 km/h315 km/h
Price58.900 EUR180.000 EUR
Consumption5.3 L/100km11.5 L/100km
CO2 (WLTP)140 g/km265 g/km
DrivetrainAWDAWD
Seats54
Trunk520 L382 L
Reliability8.5/108/10
Battery14.8 kWh
Electric range40 km

Visual summary

Power

BMW 520d xDrive
Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

Acceleration (0-100)

BMW 520d xDrive
Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

Price ratio

BMW 520d xDrive
Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE
⚡ Fastest

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

💪 Most powerful

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

⚡ Most efficient

BMW 520d xDrive

Pros and cons

BMW 520d xDrive

  • ✓ Real diesel consumption of 5.3 L/100km
  • ✓ Range of over 1100 km with full tank
  • ✓ Spacious interior with premium materials
  • ✓ BMW OS 8.5 tech with curved display
  • ✓ xDrive AWD for any condition
  • ✓ Smooth 8-speed Steptronic transmission
  • ✗ Diesel engine less exciting than petrol
  • ✗ High price with options
  • ✗ Diesel engine noise when cold
  • ✗ Large dimensions for city parking

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

  • ✓ Brutal V8 sound
  • ✓ Very premium interior
  • ✓ High performance
  • ✗ Very heavy
  • ✗ High consumption
  • ✗ Elevated price
BUYING GUIDE

Which should you buy?

Buy BMW 520d xDrive if…

  • → Real diesel consumption of 5.3 L/100km
  • → Range of over 1100 km with full tank
  • → Spacious interior with premium materials

Buy Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE if…

  • → Brutal V8 sound
  • → Very premium interior
  • → High performance
REAL COSTS IN SPAIN

Real costs in Spain

BMW 520d xDriveMercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE
Insurance€2000€2700
MOT€400€1167
Maintenance€450€1200
Consumption5.3 L/100km11.5 L/100km
Fuel/year€1391€3019
Total/year€5010€8867
Reliability8.5/108/10
DIMENSIONS

Dimensions

BMW 520d xDriveMercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE
Length5060 mm4725 mm
Width1900 mm1985 mm
Height1515 mm1360 mm
Wheelbase2995 mm2630 mm
Weight1905 kg2000 kg
Trunk (seats up)520 L382 L
Fuel tank68 L80 L
FOR THE BUYER

What matters most when deciding

Practical summary based on the two chosen models

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Best for

BMW 520d xDrive: Daily use

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE: Performance and luxury

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Drivetrain

AWD vs AWD

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Seats

5 vs 4

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Annual fuel savings

BMW 520d xDrive saves ~€1628/year in fuel (15,000 km).

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Price difference

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE costs €121.100 more in purchase price.

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Insurance + maintenance

BMW 520d xDrive: €2450/year · Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE: €3900/year (without fuel).

DETAILED ANALYSIS

Complete analysis

Detailed comparison between BMW 520d xDrive and Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE.

BMW 520d xDrive

Engine type2.0L Inline-4 Diesel TwinPower Turbo
Cylinders4 cylinders
TurboTwin-Turbo
Torque400 Nm
Weight1905 kg
Chassis materialAluminum & Aluminum
Consumption5.3 L/100km
Range968 km
SuspensionDouble Wishbone / Multi-link
DrivetrainAWD
TransmissionAutomatic 8 speeds
Maintenance cost€450
Reliability8.5/10

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

Engine typeV8 Twin-Turbo Hybrid
Cylinders8 cylinders
TurboTwin-Turbo
Torque1400 Nm
Weight2000 kg
Chassis materialAluminum & Aluminum
Consumption11.5 L/100km
Range552 km
SuspensionAdaptive air suspension
DrivetrainAWD
TransmissionAutomatic 9 speeds
Maintenance cost€1200
Reliability8/10
FEATURES

Equipment and features

BMW 520d xDrive

Exterior

  • LED Headlights
  • Panoramic Glass Roof
  • 18-inch Alloy Wheels

Interior

  • Curved Display
  • Vernasca Leather
  • 3-Zone Climate

Technology

  • BMW OS 8.5
  • Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto

Safety

  • Driving Assistant Professional
  • Parking Assistant Plus
  • Lane Departure Warning

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

Exterior

  • AMG Panamericana grille
  • Digital Light
  • Quad exhaust
  • 21-inch alloy wheels

Interior

  • MBUX Hyperscreen
  • AMG Performance seats
  • Burmester 3D audio
  • 64-color ambient lighting

Technology

  • MBUX infotainment
  • Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto
  • Over-the-air updates

Safety

  • Active Brake Assist
  • Blind Spot Assist
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Distronic Plus
  • PRE-SAFE
  • 360° camera
CONSUMPTION

Detailed consumption

BMW 520d xDriveMercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE
City6.2 L/100km14.5 L/100km
Highway4.8 L/100km9.5 L/100km
Combined5.3 L/100km11.5 L/100km
Calm driving4.5 L/100km10 L/100km
Sport driving7 L/100km18 L/100km
City range968 km552 km
Highway range1250 km842 km
DEPRECIATION

Residual value

BMW 520d xDriveMercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE
After 1 year€47.120 (80%)€144.000 (80%)
After 3 years€40.052 (68%)€122.400 (68%)
After 5 years€31.806 (54%)€97.200 (54%)
INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY

Interior technology

BMW 520d xDrive

Premium materials

High-grade upholstery, wood and aluminium in a sober, well-assembled cabin.

Sport seats

Seats with lateral bolstering, electric adjustment and heating for driver and passenger.

Ambient lighting

LED strips along the dashboard and doors with several selectable tones.

Head-Up Display

Projection of speed, navigation and assistance on the windshield.

Harman Kardon sound

Premium audio system with 16 speakers and surround sound.

3-zone climate control

Independent temperature control for driver, passenger and rear seats.

BMW iDrive 8.5

Curved touchscreen with voice control, navigation and full connectivity.

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE

MBUX Hyperscreen

56-inch screen that blends instrument, central and passenger displays under a curved glass.

AMG Performance seats

Integrated lateral support and electric adjustments with memory, heating and ventilation.

Burmester 3D

15-speaker high-fidelity surround sound system.

BEST PERFORMANCE

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE — most powerful

delivers 831 HP and estimated total cost €6919/year (fuel + insurance + maintenance).

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Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more reliable?

BMW 520d xDrive usually has better long-term mechanical reliability.

Which consumes less?

BMW 520d xDrive consumes less fuel than the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE.

Which is better for trips?

BMW 520d xDrive is more comfortable for long trips.

Verdict

BMW 520d xDrive vs Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE: comparison of power, acceleration, price and fuel economy to help you decide.