BMW X7 M60i vs Ford Explorer ST

BMW X7 M60i

Suv · Gasoline

Ford Explorer ST

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

BMW X7 M60i

A luxury-focused 7-seat SUV that combines 523 hp performance and a 0–100 km/h time of 4.0 s with long‑distance comfort. Its high price, thirsty 12.5 L/100 km rating, and modest 326 L cargo space temper the appeal for city or budget‑minded buyers.

7 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety523 hp

Car B

Ford Explorer ST

A 7-seat, power-rich family model with useful cargo space, the Explorer ST suits large families and road trips. Expect quick acceleration but higher fuel use and less city-friendly manners.

7 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety12.3 L/100km

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssecondary usage match

Usage fit

Family 66 / 84

City 15 / 23

Budget / value 9 / 44

Road trip 64 / 67

Performance 37 / 30

Cargo 31 / 46

Practical 34 / 54

Premium 76 / 42

Winter 40 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X7 M60i · Orange = Ford Explorer ST

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X7 M60i Ford Explorer ST

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Pros & cons

BMW X7 M60i

Seven seats suit large families and road trips.
523 hp and 0–100 km/h in 4.0 s deliver effortless passing and merging.
Luxury emphasis aligns with premium comfort expectations.
Strong safety ranking signal adds peace of mind.
High price at 104,000.
Combined consumption of 12.5 L/100 km is inefficient for frequent commuting or city use.
326 L cargo space is modest for a large three-row SUV.
Less suited to frequent city driving.

Ford Explorer ST

Quick acceleration and strong passing power from a twin‑turbo V6 (0–100 km/h in 5.3 s, 400 hp).
Seats 7 with a 595 L trunk, accommodating family gear on long trips.
Ranks strongly for horsepower and safety among key metrics.
High torque (563 Nm) and 200 km/h top speed support confident highway cruising.
Combined consumption of 12.3 L/100 km is on the thirsty side.
Less suited to city driving per its usage profile.
Not aimed at track-style performance despite the power.
Price around 58,000 may stretch some budgets.

Verdict

Pick BMW X7 M60i if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

BMW X7 M60i is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Ford Explorer ST if…

Performance & capability

Ford Explorer ST is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X7 M60i

Ford Explorer ST

Verdict

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