Alpina XB7
Car comparison
Alpina XB7 4.4 V8vsMercedes-Benz GLS (X167) AMG GLS 63 V8
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonMercedes-Benz GLS (X167)
AMG GLS 63 V8
Comparison overview
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Best choices
Alpina XB7 4.4 V8
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.2 s
- Fastest top speed300 km/h186 mph Unrestricted290 km/h180 mph Restricted
- Most powerful621 hp463 kW
- Lowest combined fuel consumption12.0 L/100 km19.6 mpg US23.5 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption9.7 L/100 km24.2 mpg US29.1 mpg UK
- Largest trunk750 L
- Best overall score85/100
- Best performance score85/100
- Best economy score75/100
- Best practicality score84/100
Mercedes-Benz GLS (X167) AMG GLS 63 V8
- Highest torque850 Nm627 lb-ft
- Lightest2,555 kg5,633 lb
- Best power-to-weight240 hp/t179 kW/t4.2 kg/hp
- Lowest city consumption15.4 L/100 km15.3 mpg US18.3 mpg UK
- Best estimated range750 km466 mi
Specification comparison
| Model | AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 621hp463kW | 612hp456kW |
| Torque | 800Nm590lb-ft | 850Nm627lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 2,655kg5,853lb | 2,555kg5,633lb |
| Gross weight | 3,290kg7,253lb | 3,395kg7,485lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 300 km/h186 mph Restricted 290 km/h180 mph Calculated | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 85.9s99% target: 297 km/h / 185 mph Calculated | 51.9s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2s | 4.2s |
| 0-200 km/h | 14.5s Calculated | 14.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.0s Calculated | 4.0s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 12L/100 km19.6mpg US23.5mpg UK | 12L/100 km19.6mpg US23.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 16L/100 km14.7mpg US17.7mpg UK | 15.4L/100 km15.3mpg US18.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 9.7L/100 km24.2mpg US29.1mpg UK | 10L/100 km23.5mpg US28.2mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.3s Calculated | 12.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 234hp/t174kW/t106hp/1000 lb Calculated | 240hp/t179kW/t109hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 301Nm/t202lb-ft/ton Calculated | 333Nm/t223lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 692km430mi Calculated | 750km466mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 4,395cc268cu in | 3,982cc243cu in |
| Length | 5,151mm203in | - |
| Width | 2,000mm79in | - |
| Height | 1,797mm71in | - |
| Wheelbase | 3,105mm122in | 3,135mm123in |
| Front track | 1,682mm66in | - |
| Rear track | 1,703mm67in | - |
| Ground clearance | 213mm8in | - |
| Trunk volume | 750L | 355L |
| Max trunk volume | 2,120L | 2,400L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 6 | 7 |
| Fuel tank | 83L | 90L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Alpina XB7 4.4 V8: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz GLS (X167) AMG GLS 63 V8: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | 5,500-6,500 rpm | 2,000-5,000 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | 5,750-6,500 rpm | 2,500-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.0 s | 4.0 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.2 s | 4.2 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 14.5 s | 14.4 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 300 km/h186 mph Restricted 290 km/h180 mph Likely limited | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 1.9 s | 2.0 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.3 s | 5.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.0 s | 8.0 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.3 s | 10.3 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.3 s | 12.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 186 km/h 115 mph | 187 km/h 116 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | 621 hp 463 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | 612 hp 456 kW |
Alpina XB7 4.4 V8 has 9 hp more than Mercedes-Benz GLS (X167) AMG GLS 63 V8.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz GLS (X167) AMG GLS 63 V8 and Alpina XB7 4.4 V8: 9 hp (7 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | 850 Nm 627 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | 2,655 kg 5,853 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | 2,555 kg 5,633 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | Unrestricted 300 km/h186 mph Restricted 290 km/h180 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | 4.2 s |
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | 12.0 L/100 km 19.6 mpg US 23.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | 12.0 L/100 km 19.6 mpg US 23.5 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | 234 hp/t 174 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | 240 hp/t 179 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | 692 km 430 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | 750 km 466 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | 621 hp 463 kW | 4.2 s | Unrestricted 300 km/h186 mph Restricted 290 km/h180 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | 612 hp 456 kW | 4.2 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 |
| 12.0 L/100 km 19.6 mpg US 23.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 |
| 12.0 L/100 km 19.6 mpg US 23.5 mpg UK | ||||||
Alpina XB7 4.4 V8 is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
|---|---|---|
| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | 12.0 L/100 km 19.6 mpg US 23.5 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | 12.0 L/100 km 19.6 mpg US 23.5 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
|---|---|---|
| AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | 234 hp/t 174 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 12.0 L/100 km 19.6 mpg US 23.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | 240 hp/t 179 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 12.0 L/100 km 19.6 mpg US 23.5 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AlpinaXB74.4 V8 | Mercedes-BenzGLS (X167)AMG GLS 63 V8 | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 621 hp 463 kW | 612 hp 456 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft | 850 Nm 627 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.2 s | 4.2 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 300 km/h186 mph Restricted 290 km/h180 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 2,655 kg 5,853 lb | 2,555 kg 5,633 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 12.0 L/100 km 19.6 mpg US 23.5 mpg UK | 12.0 L/100 km 19.6 mpg US 23.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 692 km 430 mi | 750 km 466 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 750 L 26.5 cu ft | 355 L 12.5 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 234 hp/t 174 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 240 hp/t 179 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Alpina XB7 4.4 V8 | Mercedes-Benz GLS (X167) AMG GLS 63 V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Consumption | 12 L/100 km19.6 mpg US23.5 mpg UK | 12 L/100 km19.6 mpg US23.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 21.00 LC100 km | 21.00 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 33.80 LC100 mi | 33.80 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,800 L476 US gal396 UK gal | 1,800 L476 US gal396 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 3,150 LC/year | 3,150 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Alpina XB7 4.4 V8
- Has 9 hp more
- Has 40 km/h (25 mph) higher top speed
- Has 395 L more trunk volume
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Heaviest
Mercedes-Benz GLS (X167) AMG GLS 63 V8
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 100 kg lighter
- Has 6 hp/t better power-to-weight
- Has 58 km (36 mi) more estimated range
Pros
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
Cons
- Lowest power
- Lowest top speed
- Smallest trunk
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